Below Average
#2260 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Cecil S. Collins Elementary
Elementary School · Barnegat Township School District
570 BARNEGAT BLVD NORTH, Barnegat, NJ 08005
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,260 of 2,466
In Barnegat
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Barnegat Township School District
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Cecil S. Collins Elementary
Elementary School in Barnegat · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cecil S. Collins Elementary
Cecil S. Collins Elementary is a public elementary school in Barnegat, NJ, part of Barnegat Township School District. Cecil S.
Collins Elementary serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cecil S. Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,260 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Cecil S. Collins Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Cecil S. Collins Elementary — Students at Cecil S. Collins Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Cecil S. Collins Elementary Compares
See how Cecil S. Collins Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
570 BARNEGAT BLVD NORTH, Barnegat, NJ 08005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cecil S. Collins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederic A. Priff Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Waretown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forked River Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Forked River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Manahawkin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barnegat, see our Barnegat schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,548
Median Home Value
$356,200
Median Rent
$1,949/mo
Population
25,936
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
52
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cecil S. Collins Elementary
What grades does Cecil S. Collins Elementary serve?
Cecil S. Collins Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Cecil S. Collins Elementary?
Cecil S. Collins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cecil S. Collins Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cecil S. Collins Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cecil S. Collins Elementary rank in NJ?
Cecil S. Collins Elementary ranks #2,260 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Cecil S. Collins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cecil S. Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Cecil S. Collins Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cecil S. Collins Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Cecil S. Collins Elementary a charter school?
No, Cecil S. Collins Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cecil S. Collins Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cecil S. Collins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cecil S. Collins Elementary?
37.5% of students at Cecil S. Collins Elementary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (609) 698-5832
Resources & Links
District
Barnegat Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,665
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,241
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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