For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 720 students in 08260, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08260, NJ are Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Glenwood Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08260 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08260, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08260, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crest Memorial School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9100 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Gr: PK-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Mace Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Atlantic Avenue
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Glenwood & New York Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08260, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08260, NJ include Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Glenwood Avenue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08260?
3 public preschools are located in 08260.
What is the racial composition of students in 08260?
08260 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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