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#250 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 10% in state

Monmouth Beach Elementary School

Elementary School · Monmouth Beach School District

7 HASTINGS PLACE, Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#250 of 2,466

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Monmouth Beach Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Monmouth Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center

7.0/10

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7.2/10

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About Monmouth Beach Elementary School

Monmouth Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monmouth Beach, NJ, part of Monmouth Beach School District. Monmouth Beach Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Monmouth Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Monmouth Beach Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Monmouth Beach 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+40.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,868
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Monmouth Beach Elementary School — Students at Monmouth Beach Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
73%
ELA
80.2%
2025
Math
82.4%
ELA
75.9%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Monmouth Beach Elementary School Compares

See how Monmouth Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7 HASTINGS PLACE, Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monmouth Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Hill School (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oceanport), with a very similar rating. Another option is Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Monmouth Beach, see our Monmouth Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center Long Branch 0.9 mi 7.0
Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch 0.9 mi 7.2
Gregory Elementary School Long Branch 1.7 mi 3.9
Maple Place Middle School Oceanport 1.5 mi 8.4
A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch 1.8 mi 6.3
Morris Avenue Elementry School Long Branch 2.3 mi 6.7
HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Rumson 2.5 mi 6.2
Long Branch Middle School Long Branch 2.6 mi 6.5
Long Branch High School Long Branch 2.8 mi 4.0
Academy of Law & Public Safety Long Branch 2.9 mi 5.6
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Rumson 2.9 mi 7.7
THE RUMSON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rumson 2.7 mi 6.7
Forrestdale School Rumson 3.1 mi 8.1
Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson 3.0 mi 6.4
Point Road School Little Silver 2.5 mi 8.4
Shore Regional High School West Long Branch 3.2 mi 6.3
Frank Antonides School West Long Branch 3.3 mi 8.5
Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch 3.3 mi 5.9
Wolf Hill School Oceanport 3.0 mi 8.5
BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch 3.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,074

Median Home Value

$918,100

Median Rent

$2,169/mo

Population

3,201

College Educated

64.9%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

58.3

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Mansfield Township Elementary School Columbus, NJ 8.3
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Roberge Elementary School River Vale, NJ 8.3
Round Valley Lebanon, NJ 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monmouth Beach Elementary School

What grades does Monmouth Beach Elementary School serve?

Monmouth Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Monmouth Beach Elementary School?

Monmouth Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monmouth Beach Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Monmouth Beach Elementary School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monmouth Beach Elementary School rank in NJ?

Monmouth Beach Elementary School ranks #250 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Monmouth Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Monmouth Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Monmouth Beach Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monmouth Beach Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Monmouth Beach Elementary School a charter school?

No, Monmouth Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Monmouth Beach Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Monmouth Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Monmouth Beach School District
District Enrollment
258
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,868
District Rank
#1 of 1

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