Best Schools in Bay Head, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Bay Head Elementary
Elementary · Bay Head Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$576,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$576,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bay Head
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bay Head Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.4/10
- Median household income
- $111,983
- Median home value
- $576,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bay Head compares
Median household income
$112k
95% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Bay Head, New Jersey
Bay Head, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.4 out of 10, schools in Bay Head perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bay Head is Bay Head Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bay Head is served by 1 school district: Bay Head Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 120 students.
Bay Head's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,983. The poverty rate in the area is 5.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.4 |
Schools in Bay Head
Bay Head, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,983
Median Home Value
$576,300
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
25,558
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Bay Head has a median household income of $111,983. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $576,300, with a median rent of $1,879/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bay Head, New Jersey
How many schools are in Bay Head, New Jersey?
Bay Head has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bay Head, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bay Head is 9.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bay Head, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Bay Head on MySchoolScout is Bay Head Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bay Head, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bay Head on MySchoolScout is Bay Head Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.
How many school districts serve Bay Head, New Jersey?
Bay Head is served by 1 school district: Bay Head Borough School District.
What is the education level in Bay Head, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Bay Head have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bay Head, New Jersey?
The median household income in Bay Head is approximately $111,983 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bay Head, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bay Head is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bay Head, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.