Very Good
#656 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 27% in state
Point Pleasant Beach High School
High School · Point Pleasant Beach School District
700 Trenton Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#656 of 2,466
In Point Pleasant Beach
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Point Pleasant Beach School District
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Point Pleasant Beach High School
Point Pleasant Beach High School is a public high school in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, part of Point Pleasant Beach School District. Point Pleasant Beach High School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Point Pleasant Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Point Pleasant Beach High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Point Pleasant Beach High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Point Pleasant Beach High 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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Point Pleasant Beach High School — Students at Point Pleasant Beach High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 7.0/10.
How Point Pleasant Beach High School Compares
See how Point Pleasant Beach High 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
700 Trenton Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Point Pleasant Beach High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM (rated 6.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), a more accessible option. Another option is Manasquan High School (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), a more accessible option. Additionally, Point Pleasant Borough High School (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant), a more accessible option. For more schools in Point Pleasant Beach, see our Point Pleasant Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,983
Median Home Value
$576,300
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
25,558
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
45.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Point Pleasant Beach High School
What grades does Point Pleasant Beach High School serve?
Point Pleasant Beach High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Point Pleasant Beach High School?
Point Pleasant Beach High School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Pleasant Beach High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Point Pleasant Beach High School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Point Pleasant Beach High School rank in NJ?
Point Pleasant Beach High School ranks #656 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Point Pleasant Beach High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Point Pleasant Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Point Pleasant Beach High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Point Pleasant Beach High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Point Pleasant Beach High School a charter school?
No, Point Pleasant Beach High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Point Pleasant Beach High School a Title I school?
No, Point Pleasant Beach High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Point Pleasant Beach High School?
10.7% of students at Point Pleasant Beach High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (732) 899-1817
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Point Pleasant Beach School District- District Enrollment
- 646
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,970
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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