Best Schools in Spring Lake, New Jersey
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Spring Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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H W Mountz Elementary School
Elementary · Spring Lake Borough. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Catharine School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monmouth Montesori Academy
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Spring Lake for 2026 are H W Mountz Elementary School (8.6/10), St Catharine School (5.7/10), and Monmouth Montesori Academy (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$871,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$871,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Spring Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | H W Mountz Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | St Catharine School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Monmouth Montesori Academy | 4.4 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $103,947
- Median home value
- $871,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spring Lake compares
New Jersey rank
#208 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
88% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Spring Lake, New Jersey
Spring Lake, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake is H W Mountz Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spring Lake is served by 1 school district: Spring Lake Borough. These districts collectively serve 142 students.
Spring Lake's community shows 64% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,947. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 141 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.6 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Catharine School
Private
274 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.7 | ||
| 2 | Monmouth Montesori Academy
Private
112 students · Kindergarten–7th | 4.4 | ||
Schools in Spring Lake
Spring Lake, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,947
Median Home Value
$871,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
8,205
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Spring Lake has a median household income of $103,947. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $871,400, with a median rent of $1,775/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Spring Lake, New Jersey
How many schools are in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
Spring Lake has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spring Lake is 6.2 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 Spring Lake, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is H W Mountz Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is H W Mountz Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Spring Lake, New Jersey?
Spring Lake is served by 1 school district: Spring Lake Borough.
What is the education level in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Spring Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
The median household income in Spring Lake is approximately $103,947 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
Yes, Spring Lake has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Catharine School with a score of 5.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spring Lake, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spring Lake is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spring Lake, 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.