- Pinelands Regional High School — 5.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,063 students
- Pinelands Regional Jr. High School — 5.8 mi · Grades 7–8 · 500 students
Zip code 08224 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| K–6 Elementary | Bass River Township School District | Not rated |
| 7–12 Secondary | Pinelands Regional School District 1,611 students · 2 schools | 2/10 |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Pinelands Regional School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,611 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $28,285/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 61% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 2/10 — Poor | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinelands Regional School District (this district) | 2/10 | 11th | 1,611 |
| Port Republic City School District | 7/10 | 68th | 112 |
| Greater Egg Harbor Regional School District | 3/10 | 20th | 3,041 |
| Galloway Township School District | 2/10 | 17th | 3,161 |
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Ranked against 582 rated districts in NJ → → 5/10.
Source: New Jersey Dept. of Education NJSLA, grades 3–8 Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Pinelands Regional School District
Pinelands Regional School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 08224 in New Gretna, New Jersey. Serving students from 7th–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 08224. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Pinelands Regional School District spent $28,285 per pupil in FY2024, close to the New Jersey state average of $27,234 and well above the national average of $17,619 (US Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances). Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Pinelands Regional School District is a small, community-focused district with 2 schools serving students from 7th–12th. The district enrolls approximately 1,611 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 2/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Pinelands Regional School District 2 out of 10 — low-rated among New Jersey public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Jersey is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Pinelands Regional School District holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in New Jersey on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 08224
Children in zip code 08224 are assigned to Pinelands Regional School District for public school enrollment, covering grades 7th–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 08224, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Pinelands Regional School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in New Gretna
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Pinelands Regional School District serves zip code 08224, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 08224. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Pinelands Regional School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 08224.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Pinelands Regional School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 08224 data.