For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,029 students in 08210, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 271 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 08210, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08210, NJ are Dennis Township Primary School, Dennis Township Elementary/middle Schools and Middle Township Elementary #2. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08210 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08210, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08210, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dennis Township Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Hagan Road
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 861-2821
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 861-2821
Gr: PK-2 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Dennis Township Elementary/middle Schools
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
165 Academy Road
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 861-2821
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 861-2821
Gr: 3-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Middle Township Elementary #2
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 West Pacific Ave
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1828
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1828
Gr: 3-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Middle Township Elementary #4
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Pacific Ave
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1834
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1834
Gr: 6-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Middle Township High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 East Atlantic Avenue
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1852
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-1852
Gr: 9-12 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Cape May County Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
188 Crest Haven Rd
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 380-0200
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 380-0200
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Cape May County High School
Special Education School
148 Crest Haven Road
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-2720
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-2720
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Cape May Regional School
Alternative School
131 Crest Haven Rd
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 463-4870
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 463-4870
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
215 Eldredge Road
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 463-1900
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 463-1900
Gr: PK-2 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean Academy
Special Education School
148 Crest Haven Road
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-2720
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
(609) 465-2720
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08210, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08210, NJ include Dennis Township Primary School, Dennis Township Elementary/middle Schools and Middle Township Elementary #2.
How many public schools are located in 08210?
10 public schools are located in 08210.
What percentage of students in 08210 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 08210 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08210?
08210 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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