Excellent
#284 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 12% in state
Bayview Elementary School
Elementary School · Middletown Township Public School District
300 LEONARDVILLE ROAD, Belford, NJ 07718
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#284 of 2,466
In district
#6 of 16
Middletown Township Public School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Bayview Elementary School
Bayview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belford, NJ, part of Middletown Township Public School District. Bayview Elementary School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #284 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Bayview Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Bayview Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Bayview Elementary School — Students at Bayview Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Bayview Elementary School Compares
See how Bayview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 LEONARDVILLE ROAD, Belford, NJ 07718
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bayview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nut Swamp Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harmony Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby New Monmouth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belford, see our Belford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,313
Median Home Value
$490,100
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
7,057
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bayview Elementary School
What grades does Bayview Elementary School serve?
Bayview Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bayview Elementary School?
Bayview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bayview Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bayview Elementary School rank in NJ?
Bayview Elementary School ranks #284 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Bayview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bayview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bayview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayview Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bayview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bayview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bayview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bayview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayview Elementary School?
13.4% of students at Bayview Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (732) 787-3590
Resources & Links
District
Middletown Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 8,895
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,776
- District Rank
- #6 of 16
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