For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,323 students in 08865, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 364 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 08865, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08865, NJ are Lopatcong Township Middle School, Harmony Township School and Lopatcong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08865 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08865, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08865, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lopatcong Township Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 Stonehenge Drive
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2995
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-2995
Gr: 5-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Harmony Township School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2551 Belvidere Road
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-1001
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-1001
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lopatcong Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
263 Route 57
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-0800
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-0800
Gr: PK-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Alpha Borough School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
817 North Boulevard
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-5000
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Pohatcong Township School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
240 Rte 519
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-8155
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 859-8155
Gr: PK-8 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Phillipsburg High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Stateliner Blvd.
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,750 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Phillipsburg Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Warren Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Gr: 3-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Phillipsburg Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Hillcrest Blvd.
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
1000 Green Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3400
Gr: K-2 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
459 Center Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3010
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-3010
Gr: PK-1 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08865, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08865, NJ include Lopatcong Township Middle School, Harmony Township School and Lopatcong Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08865?
10 public schools are located in 08865.
What percentage of students in 08865 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 08865 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08865?
08865 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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