Ocean Acres Elementary School serves 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Acres Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Manahawkin, NJ, covering approximately 54.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ocean Acres Elementary School's student population of 747 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ocean Acres Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
81%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ocean Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxycocus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ocean Acres Elementary School?
747 students attend Ocean Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ocean Acres Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Acres Elementary School?
Ocean Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ocean Acres Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Acres Elementary School part of?
Ocean Acres Elementary School is part of Stafford Township School District.
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