Excellent
#328 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 13% in state
Long Beach Island Grade School
Elementary School · Long Beach Island Consolidated School District
201 20TH STREET, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#328 of 2,466
In district
#1 of 2
Long Beach Island Consolidated School District
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Long Beach Island Grade School
Elementary School in Ship Bottom · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Long Beach Island Grade School
Long Beach Island Grade School is a public elementary school in Ship Bottom, NJ, part of Long Beach Island Consolidated School District. Long Beach Island Grade School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Beach Island Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Long Beach Island Grade School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Long Beach Island Grade 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Long Beach Island Grade 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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Long Beach Island Grade School — Students at Long Beach Island Grade School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
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
→ 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: 9.0/10.
How Long Beach Island Grade School Compares
See how Long Beach Island Grade School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 20TH STREET, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Beach Island Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Haven School (rated 7.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Beach Haven), with a comparable rating. Another option is Frog Pond Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Little Egg Harbor), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Manahawkin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ship Bottom, see our Ship Bottom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 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 Long Beach Island Grade School
What grades does Long Beach Island Grade School serve?
Long Beach Island Grade School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Long Beach Island Grade School?
Long Beach Island Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Island Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Island Grade School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Beach Island Grade School rank in NJ?
Long Beach Island Grade School ranks #328 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Long Beach Island Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Beach Island Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Long Beach Island Grade School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Beach Island Grade School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Long Beach Island Grade School a charter school?
No, Long Beach Island Grade School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Beach Island Grade School a Title I school?
No, Long Beach Island Grade School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Beach Island Grade School?
8.8% of students at Long Beach Island Grade 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (609) 494-8851
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Island Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 191
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,220
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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