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Oak Street Elem School
Elementary School · Lakewood Township School District
75 OAK STREET, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
2nd – 6th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
2nd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,253 of 2,466
In Lakewood
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Lakewood Township School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Oak Street Elem School
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades 2nd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oak Street Elem School
Oak Street Elem School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, NJ, part of Lakewood Township School District. Oak Street Elem School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades 2nd-6th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,253 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Street Elem School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Oak Street Elem 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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Oak Street Elem School — Students at Oak Street Elem School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
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: 5.5/10.
How Oak Street Elem School Compares
See how Oak Street Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
75 OAK STREET, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Street Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spruce Street Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel, NJ | 6.4 |
| Belmont Runyon Elementary School Newark, NJ | 6.4 |
| Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ | 6.4 |
| Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May, NJ | 6.4 |
| Chancellor Avenue School Newark, NJ | 6.4 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson, NJ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Street Elem School
What grades does Oak Street Elem School serve?
Oak Street Elem School serves students in grades 2nd through 6th.
How many students attend Oak Street Elem School?
Oak Street Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Street Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Street Elem School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Street Elem School rank in NJ?
Oak Street Elem School ranks #1,253 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Oak Street Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Oak Street Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Street Elem School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oak Street Elem School a charter school?
No, Oak Street Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Street Elem School a Title I school?
No, Oak Street Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Street Elem School?
91.6% of students at Oak Street Elem 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
- 2nd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (732) 905-3670
Resources & Links
District
Lakewood Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,694
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,346
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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