For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,212 students in 08742, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08742, NJ are Memorial Middle School, G. Harold Antrim Elementary School and Bay Head Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08742 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08742, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08742, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
808 Laura Herbert Dr
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 593 students
Rank: #22.
G. Harold Antrim Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Niblick Street
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 899-3737
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 899-3737
Grades: PK-8
| 310 students
Rank: #33.
Bay Head Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
145 Grove Street
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 892-0668
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 892-0668
Grades: K-8
| 120 students
Rank: #44.
Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Riviera Parkway
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 708 students
Rank: #55.
Ocean Road Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1210 Benedict Street
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(732) 701-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 481 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08742, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08742, NJ include Memorial Middle School, G. Harold Antrim Elementary School and Bay Head Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08742?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08742.
What is the racial composition of students in 08742?
08742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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