Below Average
#2129 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School
Elementary School · Seaside Heights School District
1200 BAY BOULEVARD, Seaside Hts, NJ 08751
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#2,129 of 2,466
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About Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seaside Hts, NJ, part of Seaside Heights School District.
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,129 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School — Students at Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School Compares
See how Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 BAY BOULEVARD, Seaside Hts, NJ 08751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Heights Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Island Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Beach Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Pine Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Dover Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Toms River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seaside Hts, see our Seaside Hts schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,000
Median Home Value
$583,000
Median Rent
$1,437/mo
Population
3,625
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
57.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School
What grades does Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School serve?
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School?
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School rank in NJ?
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School ranks #2,129 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary School?
91.5% of students at Hugh J. Boyd Jr. 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (732) 793-8485
Resources & Links
District
Seaside Heights School District- District Enrollment
- 174
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,198
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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