School District for
Zip Code 08640

About Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is the public school district assigned to zip code 08640 in Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 08640. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.

Funding and Resources

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $23,000 per year, placing it near the New Jersey state average of approximately $22,000 and well above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. 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

With multiple schools, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K–12th. Contact Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to learn about available programs and services.

Why This District Is Not Yet Rated

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year), and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.

An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 08640 data.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 08640

Children in zip code 08640 are assigned to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 08640, 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 Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst

School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst serves zip code 08640, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 08640. 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 Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst 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 08640.

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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 08640 data.