Below Average
#2167 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Ocean Acres Elementary School
Elementary School · Stafford Township School District
489 Nautilus Drive, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
723
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
723
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,167 of 2,466
In Manahawkin
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Stafford Township School District
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Ocean Acres Elementary School
Elementary School in Manahawkin · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ocean Acres Elementary School
Ocean Acres Elementary School is a public elementary school in Manahawkin, NJ, part of Stafford Township School District. Ocean Acres Elementary School serves approximately 723 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,167 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ocean Acres Elementary School Compares
See how Ocean Acres Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
489 Nautilus Drive, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Acres Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frog Pond Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Little Egg Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederic A. Priff Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Waretown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manahawkin, see our Manahawkin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,456
Median Home Value
$377,100
Median Rent
$1,756/mo
Population
27,599
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
89.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood, NJ | 4.6 |
| Bellmawr Park Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ | 4.6 |
| Gilbert Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.6 |
| Hopewell Crest Bridgeton, NJ | 4.6 |
| Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 4.6 |
| Lincoln School Rutherford, NJ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Acres Elementary School
What grades does Ocean Acres Elementary School serve?
Ocean Acres Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Ocean Acres Elementary School?
Ocean Acres Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 723 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Acres Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Acres Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Acres Elementary School rank in NJ?
Ocean Acres Elementary School ranks #2,167 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ocean Acres Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ocean Acres Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ocean Acres Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean Acres Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ocean Acres Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Acres Elementary School?
25.0% of students at Ocean Acres Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 723
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (609) 978-5700
Resources & Links
District
Stafford Township School District- District Enrollment
- 2,593
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,212
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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