For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,881 students in 08648, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08648, NJ are Lawrenceville Elementary School, Slackwood Elementary School and Eldridge Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08648 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08648, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08648, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrenceville Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40 Craven Lane
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5570
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5570
Gr: PK-3 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Slackwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2060 Princeton Pike
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5580
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5580
Gr: PK-3 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Eldridge Park School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
55 Lawn Park Ave
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5560
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5560
Gr: PK-3 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Ben Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2939 Princeton Pike
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5540
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5540
Gr: PK-3 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Lawrence Intermediate School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
66 Eggerts Crossing Road
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5530
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 671-5530
Gr: 4-6 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08648, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08648, NJ include Lawrenceville Elementary School, Slackwood Elementary School and Eldridge Park School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08648?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08648.
What is the racial composition of students in 08648?
08648 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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