For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,049 students in 08611, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08611, NJ are Achievers Early College Prep Charter School, International Charter School and George Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08611 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08611, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08611, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
544 Chestnut Ave
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 429-0279
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 429-0279
Gr: 6-10 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
International Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
105 Grand Street
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 394-3111
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 394-3111
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
331 Emory Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4960
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4960
Gr: K-3 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Gershom Mott Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45 Stokely Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4830
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4830
Gr: K-3 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Clara Parker Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 South Warren Street
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4880
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4880
Gr: 4-6 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
William Harrison Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
461 Genessee Street
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4750
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 656-4750
Gr: K-3 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
08611, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Capital Prepartory Charter High School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
22 Grand St
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 393-9060
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 393-9060
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08611, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08611, NJ include Achievers Early College Prep Charter School, International Charter School and George Washington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08611?
6 public elementary schools are located in 08611.
What is the racial composition of students in 08611?
08611 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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