Very Good
#564 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 23% in state
Ocean Academy Charter School
Elementary School · Ocean Academy Charter School
1650 Massachusetts Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#564 of 2,466
In Lakewood
#5 of 9
public schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ocean Academy Charter School
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About Ocean Academy Charter School
Ocean Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, NJ, part of Ocean Academy Charter School. Ocean Academy Charter School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean Academy Charter School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ocean Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ocean Academy Charter School — Students at Ocean Academy Charter School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 9.1/10.
How Ocean Academy Charter School Compares
See how Ocean Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1650 Massachusetts Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spruce Street Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oak Street Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Toms River | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS4 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.6 |
| Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.6 |
| Claremont Elementary School Franklin Park, NJ | 7.6 |
| Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood, NJ | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Academy Charter School
What grades does Ocean Academy Charter School serve?
Ocean Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ocean Academy Charter School?
Ocean Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Academy Charter School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Academy Charter School rank in NJ?
Ocean Academy Charter School ranks #564 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ocean Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ocean Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Academy Charter School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Ocean Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Ocean Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ocean Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Ocean Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Academy Charter School?
91.2% of students at Ocean Academy Charter 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (732) 987-6525
Resources & Links
District
Ocean Academy Charter School- District Enrollment
- 499
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,273
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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