Excellent
#162 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
H W Mountz Elementary School
Elementary School · Spring Lake Borough
411 Tuttle Ave, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#162 of 2,466
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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H W Mountz Elementary School
Elementary School in Spring Lake · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H W Mountz Elementary School
H W Mountz Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spring Lake, NJ, part of Spring Lake Borough. H W Mountz Elementary School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. H W Mountz Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for H W Mountz Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, H W Mountz 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, H W Mountz 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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H W Mountz Elementary School — Students at H W Mountz Elementary School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 49 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: 7.4/10.
How H W Mountz Elementary School Compares
See how H W Mountz Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
411 Tuttle Ave, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H W Mountz Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake Heights), with a very similar rating. Another option is Manasquan Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Avon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST CATHARINE SCHOOL Spring Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| West Belmar Elementary School Wall | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SEA LAVENDAR MONTESSORI Belmar | 1.4 mi | — |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Belmar | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wall High School Wall | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Communications High School Wall | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Manasquan High School Manasquan | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Wall Primary School Wall | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan | 2.5 mi | — |
| Wall Intermediate School Wall | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,947
Median Home Value
$871,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
8,205
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
55
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|---|---|
| Mannington Township Elementary School Salem, NJ | 8.7 |
| Port Colden School Washington, NJ | 8.5 |
| WESTFIELD FRIENDS SCHOOL Cinnaminson, NJ | 8.5 |
| Cape May City Elementary School Cape May, NJ | 8.4 |
| Frenchtown Elementary Frenchtown, NJ | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt, NJ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H W Mountz Elementary School
What grades does H W Mountz Elementary School serve?
H W Mountz Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend H W Mountz Elementary School?
H W Mountz Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H W Mountz Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at H W Mountz Elementary School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H W Mountz Elementary School rank in NJ?
H W Mountz Elementary School ranks #162 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is H W Mountz Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
H W Mountz Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 H W Mountz Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H W Mountz Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is H W Mountz Elementary School a charter school?
No, H W Mountz Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H W Mountz Elementary School a Title I school?
No, H W Mountz Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (732) 449-6380
Resources & Links
District
Spring Lake Borough- District Enrollment
- 142
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $50,980
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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