Best Schools in Point Pleasant, New Jersey
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Point Pleasant by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School
Elementary · Point Pleasant Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Memorial Middle School
Middle · Point Pleasant Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ocean Road Elementary School
Elementary · Point Pleasant Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Point Pleasant for 2026 are Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School (7.3/10), Memorial Middle School (6.1/10), and Ocean Road Elementary School (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$576,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$576,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Point Pleasant
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Memorial Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Ocean Road Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Point Pleasant Borough High School | 5.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $111,983
- Median home value
- $576,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Point Pleasant compares
New Jersey rank
#247 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$112k
95% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Point Pleasant, New Jersey
Point Pleasant, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Point Pleasant show moderate performance 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 Point Pleasant is Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Point Pleasant is served by 1 school district: Point Pleasant Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 2,659 students.
Point Pleasant'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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 708 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 481 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 593 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 856 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Point Pleasant
Point Pleasant, New Jersey · 4 schools
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
Point Pleasant 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Point Pleasant, New Jersey
How many schools are in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
Point Pleasant has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Point Pleasant is 6.0 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 Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Point Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Point Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Point Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Point Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Point Pleasant Borough High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
Point Pleasant is served by 1 school district: Point Pleasant Borough School District.
What is the education level in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Point Pleasant have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The median household income in Point Pleasant is approximately $111,983 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Point Pleasant, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Point Pleasant is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Point Pleasant, 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.