For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,177 students in 08260, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 157 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 08260, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08260, NJ are Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Wildwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08260 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08260, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08260, NJ Public Schools (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 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Wildwood High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
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 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Wildwood Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
08260, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Gr: 9-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
2502 Central Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08260, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08260, NJ include Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Wildwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 08260?
5 public schools are located in 08260.
What percentage of students in 08260 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 08260 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08260?
08260 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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