For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,622 students in 08232, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08232, NJ are North Main Street Elementary School, Leeds Avenue Elementary School and Washington Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08232 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08232, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08232, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Main Street Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
215 North Main Street
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6887
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6887
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Leeds Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Leeds Avenue
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6878
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6878
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Washington Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 W Washington Avenue
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6865
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6865
Gr: K-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
South Main Street Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 South Main Street
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6800
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #55.
Pleasantville Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 Mill Road
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6865
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(609) 383-6865
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08232, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08232, NJ include North Main Street Elementary School, Leeds Avenue Elementary School and Washington Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08232?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08232.
What is the racial composition of students in 08232?
08232 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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