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#67 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 3% in state

Ocean City Intermediate School

Middle School · Ocean City School District

19TH STREET & BAY AVE, Ocean City, NJ 08226

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

7:1

Score

8.9

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#67 of 2,466

In Ocean City

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Ocean City School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ocean City Intermediate School

8.9/10

Middle School in Ocean City · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ocean City Primary School

5.2/10

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6.3/10

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About Ocean City Intermediate School

Ocean City Intermediate School is a public middle school in Ocean City, NJ, part of Ocean City School District. Ocean City Intermediate School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean City Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ocean City Intermediate School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 7:1 students to teachers, Ocean City Intermediate 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 Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,328
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Ocean City Intermediate School — Students at Ocean City Intermediate School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 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
77%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
60.1%
2025
Math
54.1%
ELA
71.1%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Ocean City Intermediate School Compares

See how Ocean City Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
97th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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

19TH STREET & BAY AVE, Ocean City, NJ 08226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ocean City Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eugene A. Tighe Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Margate), with a very similar rating. Another option is Belhaven Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Linwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, Northfield Community Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Northfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ocean City, see our Ocean City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ocean City Primary School Ocean City 1.4 mi 5.2
Ocean City High School Ocean City 1.5 mi 6.3
New York Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 3.1 mi
Jordan Road Elementary School Somers Point 3.5 mi 6.6
Upper Township Primary School Marmora 2.9 mi 4.9
Dawes Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 3.7 mi 6.1
Upper Township Elementary School Marmora 2.9 mi 6.9
Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts Somers Point 4.0 mi 3.3
Seaview Elementary School Linwood 4.5 mi 7.6
CREATIVE LEARNING PRE SCHOOL Linwood 5.0 mi
Belhaven Middle School Linwood 5.0 mi 7.8
Mainland Regional High School Linwood 5.3 mi 5.6
ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor Township 6.5 mi 5.5
Bargaintown Preschool Egg Harbor Township 6.8 mi
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 6.9 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 6.9 mi 8.0
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 7.0 mi
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex Egg Harbor Township 7.2 mi 5.1
William H. Ross III School Margate 6.4 mi 5.5
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate 6.6 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,782

Median Home Value

$719,100

Median Rent

$1,670/mo

Population

11,260

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

57.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ocean City Intermediate School

What grades does Ocean City Intermediate School serve?

Ocean City Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Ocean City Intermediate School?

Ocean City Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean City Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ocean City Intermediate School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ocean City Intermediate School rank in NJ?

Ocean City Intermediate School ranks #67 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ocean City Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ocean City Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 City Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean City Intermediate School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ocean City Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Ocean City Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ocean City Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Ocean City Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean City Intermediate School?

29.3% of students at Ocean City Intermediate 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cape May County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Ocean City School District
District Enrollment
1,850
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,328
District Rank
#1 of 3

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