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#125 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 5% in state

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Spring Lake Heights School District

1110 HIGHWAY 71, Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#125 of 2,466

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Spring Lake Heights Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Spring Lake Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

H W Mountz Elementary School

8.6/10

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4.4/10

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About Spring Lake Heights Elementary School

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spring Lake Heights, NJ, part of Spring Lake Heights School District. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Lake Heights Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Spring Lake Heights Elementary 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 Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+27.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.4 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,752
Chronic Absenteeism9.5%

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School — Students at Spring Lake Heights Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 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
87%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
63.8%
ELA
74.6%
2025
Math
69%
ELA
79.3%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Spring Lake Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

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

1110 HIGHWAY 71, Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Lake Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H W Mountz Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), with a very similar rating. Another option is Manasquan Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Avon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spring Lake Heights, see our Spring Lake Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
H W Mountz Elementary School Spring Lake 0.4 mi 8.6
MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake 0.6 mi 4.4
ST CATHARINE SCHOOL Spring Lake 0.8 mi 5.7
West Belmar Elementary School Wall 1.3 mi 8.2
Academy Charter High School Lake Como 1.3 mi 4.8
Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt 1.3 mi 6.8
Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt 1.5 mi 6.6
SEA LAVENDAR MONTESSORI Belmar 1.7 mi
Belmar Elementary Belmar 1.7 mi 6.9
Wall High School Wall 1.6 mi 7.0
THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt 1.6 mi 5.2
Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan 1.9 mi 8.6
Manasquan High School Manasquan 1.9 mi 6.1
Communications High School Wall 1.7 mi 7.6
ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Belmar 2.0 mi 5.9
ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar 2.1 mi 5.3
HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan 2.1 mi
Wall Primary School Wall 2.0 mi 4.4
Wall Intermediate School Wall 1.9 mi 8.1
Avon Elementary School Avon 2.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,947

Median Home Value

$871,400

Median Rent

$1,775/mo

Population

8,205

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

55

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Mannington Township Elementary School Salem, NJ 8.7
Marian E. McKeown Elementary School Newton, NJ 8.7
Memorial Elementary School Freehold, NJ 8.7
Mt. Horeb School Warren, NJ 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Lake Heights Elementary School

What grades does Spring Lake Heights Elementary School serve?

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Spring Lake Heights Elementary School?

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Heights Elementary School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Lake Heights Elementary School rank in NJ?

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School ranks #125 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Spring Lake Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Lake Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Spring Lake Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Lake Heights Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Lake Heights Elementary School a charter school?

No, Spring Lake Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Lake Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Spring Lake Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Lake Heights Elementary School?

6.5% of students at Spring Lake Heights 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

District

Spring Lake Heights School District
District Enrollment
266
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,752
District Rank
#1 of 1

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