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#187 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 8% in state

Wolf Hill School

Elementary School · Oceanport School District

29 WOLF HILL AVENUE, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#187 of 2,466

In Oceanport

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Oceanport School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

Elementary School in Oceanport · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wolf Hill School

Wolf Hill School is a public elementary school in Oceanport, NJ, part of Oceanport School District. Wolf Hill School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wolf Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Wolf Hill School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

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+4.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,120
Chronic Absenteeism7.2%

Wolf Hill School — Students at Wolf Hill School score 65% 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

6.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
62.3%
ELA
58.6%
2025
Math
71.4%
ELA
59.4%

* 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 Wolf Hill School Compares

See how Wolf Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

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

29 WOLF HILL AVENUE, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wolf Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), with a very similar rating. Another option is Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A A Anastasia Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oceanport, see our Oceanport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Meadowbrook Eatontown 0.6 mi 5.0
Shore Regional High School West Long Branch 1.0 mi 6.3
Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch 1.4 mi 5.9
Frank Antonides School West Long Branch 1.4 mi 8.5
JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver 1.6 mi
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Long Branch 1.7 mi 5.5
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Eatontown 1.8 mi
BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch 1.7 mi 5.7
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury 1.5 mi
Maple Place Middle School Oceanport 1.5 mi 8.4
Point Road School Little Silver 1.9 mi 8.4
Markham Place School Little Silver 2.2 mi 8.8
Margaret L Vetter Eatontown 1.8 mi 8.5
Memorial Middle School Eatontown 1.8 mi 6.0
A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch 1.9 mi 6.3
Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury 2.1 mi 7.7
Gregory Elementary School Long Branch 1.9 mi 3.9
Woodmere Eatontown 2.3 mi 5.3
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 2.5 mi 5.5
Ocean Township High School Oakhurst 2.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,196

Median Home Value

$685,800

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Population

6,130

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

93.5%

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

48.3

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J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro, NJ 8.5
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Kirby's Mill Elementary School Medford, NJ 8.5
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park, NJ 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wolf Hill School

What grades does Wolf Hill School serve?

Wolf Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Wolf Hill School?

Wolf Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wolf Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wolf Hill School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wolf Hill School rank in NJ?

Wolf Hill School ranks #187 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Wolf Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wolf Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Wolf Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wolf Hill School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wolf Hill School a charter school?

No, Wolf Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wolf Hill School a Title I school?

No, Wolf Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wolf Hill School?

6.8% of students at Wolf Hill 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

District

Oceanport School District
District Enrollment
570
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,120
District Rank
#1 of 2

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