For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,010 students in 08809, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08809, NJ are Clinton Township Middle School and Clinton Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08809 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08809, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08809, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton Township Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
34 Grayrock Road
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 238-9141
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 238-9141
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Public School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 School Street
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-8512
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-8512
Gr: PK-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
30 County Rte 513
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-3641
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-3641
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
27 Belvidere Avenue
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-7916
Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 735-7916
Gr: PK | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08809, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08809, NJ include Clinton Township Middle School and Clinton Public School.
How many public schools are located in 08809?
4 public schools are located in 08809.
What is the racial composition of students in 08809?
08809 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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