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Jersey Shore Free School
School
36 BIRCH AVE, Little Silver, NJ 07739
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Grades
UG – UG
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Jersey Shore Free School
Jersey Shore Free School is a private school in Little Silver, NJ 07739. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades UG – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $220,746, where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Jersey Shore Free School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Jersey Shore Free School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $9,410
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $10,251
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.09x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 80%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $567,486
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 25 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Jersey Shore Free School compares to the 3 public schools in Little Silver, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Little Silver
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jersey Shore Free School (this school) | — |
| Markham Place School | 8.0 |
| Point Road School | 8.8 |
| Red Bank Regional High School | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Address
- 36 BIRCH AVE, Little Silver, NJ 07739
- Phone
- (732) 842-0238
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
36 BIRCH AVE, Little Silver, NJ 07739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jersey Shore Free School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Viola L Sickles School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Fair Haven). Additionally, Maple Place Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Oceanport). For more schools in Little Silver, see our Little Silver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Markham Place School Little Silver | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank | 1.3 mi | — |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wolf Hill School Oceanport | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadowbrook Eatontown | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls | 1.7 mi | — |
| Red Bank Charter School Red Bank | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven | 2.5 mi | — |
| Margaret L Vetter Eatontown | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Memorial Middle School Eatontown | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Shore Regional High School West Long Branch | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,746
Median Home Value
$870,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,096
College Educated
79.8%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
46.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Jersey Shore Free School has a median household income of $220,746. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $870,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 2.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jersey Shore Free School
What grades does Jersey Shore Free School serve?
Jersey Shore Free School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Jersey Shore Free School?
Jersey Shore Free School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jersey Shore Free School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jersey Shore Free School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Jersey Shore Free School a private school?
Yes, Jersey Shore Free School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Jersey Shore Free School a religious school?
No, Jersey Shore Free School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (630/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Little Silver). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- MONMOUTH
- Phone
- (732) 842-0238
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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