For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 133 students in 08740, NJ.
The top-ranked public school in 08740, NJ is Ocean Gate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08740 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08740, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08740, NJ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean Gate Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
126 West Arverne Avenue
Ocean Gate, NJ 08740
(732) 269-3023
Ocean Gate, NJ 08740
(732) 269-3023
Gr: PK-6 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08740, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08740, NJ include Ocean Gate Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08740?
1 public schools are located in 08740.
What is the racial composition of students in 08740?
08740 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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