For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 231 students in 08204, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08204, NJ are West Cape May Elementary School and Cape May City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08204 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08204, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08204, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Cape May Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 Moore Street
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-4614
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-4614
Gr: PK-6 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Cape May City Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
921 Lafayette St
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-8485
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-8485
Gr: PK-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08204, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08204, NJ include West Cape May Elementary School and Cape May City Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08204?
2 public preschools are located in 08204.
What is the racial composition of students in 08204?
08204 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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