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#1615 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School
Elementary School · Long Beach Island Consolidated School District
200 S. BARNEGAT AVENUE, Surf City, NJ 08008
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,615 of 2,466
In district
#2 of 2
Long Beach Island Consolidated School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School
Elementary School in Surf City · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School is a public elementary school in Surf City, NJ, part of Long Beach Island Consolidated School District. Ethel A.
Jacobsen Elementary School serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,615 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Ethel A. Jacobsen 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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Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School — Students at Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 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: 3.1/10.
How Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School Compares
See how Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 S. BARNEGAT AVENUE, Surf City, NJ 08008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Long Beach Island Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ship Bottom), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beach Haven School (rated 7.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Beach Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Manahawkin), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Surf City, see our Surf City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,544
Median Home Value
$1,083,100
Median Rent
$1,664/mo
Population
6,938
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
90.9%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
62.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School
What grades does Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School serve?
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School?
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School rank in NJ?
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School ranks #1,615 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School?
5.1% of students at Ethel A. Jacobsen 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 98
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (609) 494-2341
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Island Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 191
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,220
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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