Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beach Haven School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beach Haven School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beach Haven School's student population of 72 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beach Haven School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Haven School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
15%
33%
Black
n/a
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Haven School's ranking?
Beach Haven School is ranked #442 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Beach Haven School often compared to?
Beach Haven Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island Heights Elementary School, G. Harold Antrim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Beach Haven School?
72 students attend Beach Haven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Beach Haven School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beach Haven School?
Beach Haven School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beach Haven School offer ?
Beach Haven School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beach Haven School part of?
Beach Haven School is part of Beach Haven School District.
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