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#103 of 534 private schools in NJ

Top 19% of private schools

Ocean Academy

High School

160 ATLANTIC CITY BLVD, Bayville, NJ 08721

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

4.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Ocean Academy

7.3/10

High School in Bayville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Ocean Academy

Ocean Academy is a private high school in Bayville, NJ. Ocean Academy serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares1.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Ocean Academy 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Ocean Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ocean Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ocean Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Bayville, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
This School
vs
11.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
776
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 25.8% vs 0%
Black 19.4% vs 0%
Ocean Academy Bayville Public Avg

All Schools in Bayville

School Rating
Ocean Academy (this school) 7.3
Bayville Elementary School 6.5
H & M Potter School 6.0
Berkeley Township Elementary School 6.3
Clara B. Worth Elementary School 5.1
Central Regional High School 3.3
Central Regional Middle School 6.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.8%
Hispanic 25.8%
Black 19.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

160 ATLANTIC CITY BLVD, Bayville, NJ 08721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ocean Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Toms River High School East (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Toms River), with a comparable rating. Another option is DONOVAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Toms River), a more accessible option. Additionally, Toms River High School South (rated 3.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Toms River), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bayville, see our Bayville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pine Beach Elementary School Pine Beach 0.7 mi 7.0
Bayville Elementary School Bayville 1.0 mi 6.5
Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood 1.0 mi 5.1
Washington Street Elementary School Toms River 2.0 mi 5.5
Berkeley Township Elementary School Bayville 1.9 mi 6.3
Ocean Gate Elementary School Ocean Gate 1.6 mi 4.5
H & M Potter School Bayville 1.7 mi 6.0
Island Heights Elementary School Island Heights 1.8 mi 9.2
Toms River Intermediate School South Beachwood 1.9 mi 5.8
DONOVAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Toms River 2.5 mi 4.2
Clara B. Worth Elementary School Bayville 2.6 mi 5.1
Toms River High School South Toms River 2.4 mi 3.5
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Toms River 2.5 mi 4.4
Cedar Grove Elementary School Toms River 2.9 mi 5.9
East Dover Elementary School Toms River 2.9 mi 6.9
Central Regional High School Bayville 3.0 mi 3.3
South Toms River Elementary School South Toms River 2.6 mi 4.1
Walnut Street Elementary School Toms River 3.2 mi 5.1
Toms River High School East Toms River 3.1 mi 6.4
Central Regional Middle School Bayville 3.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,361

Median Home Value

$353,900

Median Rent

$1,595/mo

Population

22,464

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ocean Academy

What grades does Ocean Academy serve?

Ocean Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Ocean Academy?

Ocean Academy has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ocean Academy rank in NJ?

Ocean Academy ranks #103 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Ocean Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ocean Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ocean Academy a private school?

Yes, Ocean Academy 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 Ocean Academy a religious school?

No, Ocean Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
3% M / 97% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County

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