Bay Head Elementary

Summary:

Bay Head Elementary is a public K-8 school in the Bay Head Borough School District in New Jersey, serving 123 students and earning a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Bay Head Elementary consistently outperforms the state average on NJSLA/PARCC assessments, particularly in Math and Science. For example, in 2023-2024, the school had 61.5% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA compared to the state average of 43.6%, and 92.3% proficiency in 5th grade Math compared to the state average of 40.1%. The school's strong academic performance has placed it among the top 25% of New Jersey elementary schools in recent years.

Compared to nearby schools, Bay Head Elementary spends significantly more per student ($17,883 in 2018-2019) and maintains a lower student-teacher ratio, ranging from 8.4 to 11.2 over the past three years. This resource allocation may contribute to the school's academic success, which stands out compared to the nearby schools that generally perform below the state average.


Detail:

Public K-8

 145 Grove Street
       Bay Head, NJ  08742


(732) 892-0668

District: Bay Head Borough School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
298th of 1,338 New Jersey Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,883 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  7.9 Help
Number of students:  120

Racial breakdown:

White:
90.8%
Hispanic:
4.2%
Two or more races:
3.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  2.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Bay Head Elementary ranks better than 77.7% of elementary schools in New Jersey. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 78.79. (See more...)
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Compare Details Bay Head Elementary ranks better than 71.9% of middle schools in New Jersey. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 67.68. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.8%), Hispanic (4.2%), two or more races (3.3%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bay Head Elementary is 7.9. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bay Head Elementary is $17,883.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Bay Head Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Bay Head Elementary 298th of 1338 New Jersey public elementary schools. (See Bay Head Elementary in the ranking list.)

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White students:

SchoolDigger ranks Bay Head Elementary 209th of 743 New Jersey public middle schools. (See Bay Head Elementary in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Bay Head Borough School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Bay Head Borough School District 163rd of 613 New Jersey school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Bay Head Elementary

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Bay Head Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 91.35 1st 1298 99.9%
2005 84.42 54th 1303 95.9%
2006 87.48 4th 1314 99.7%
2007 77.28 222nd 1329 83.3%
2009 67.13 525th 1346 61.0%
2010 86.73 40th 1354 97.0%
2011 85.14 70th 1360 94.9%
2012 85.83 56th 1363 95.9%
2013 88.24 27th 1367 98.0%
2014 87.30 55th 1363 96.0%
2015 90.48 100th 1357 92.6%
2016 68.09 464th 1346 65.5%
2017 86.61 149th 1352 89.0%
2018 80.41 259th 1353 80.9%
2019 71.62 419th 1360 69.2%
2021 67.13 387th 1317 70.6%
2022 75.29 354th 1345 73.7%
2023 84.92 206th 1342 84.6%
2024 78.79 298th 1338 77.7%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Bay Head Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 63.27 416th 1290 67.8%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Bay Head Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.35 278th 1022 72.8%
2019 88.08 53rd 1023 94.8%
2021 64.64 274th 964 71.6%
2022 32.77 696th 976 28.7%
2023 60.87 375th 975 61.5%
2024 42.82 569th 963 40.9%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Bay Head Elementary

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Rank History for all middle school students at Bay Head Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 67.69 230th 574 59.9%
2005 86.54 42nd 599 93.0%
2006 91.81 1st 615 99.8%
2007 82.20 68th 631 89.2%
2008 89.80 7th 640 98.9%
2010 82.72 87th 677 87.1%
2012 88.27 24th 677 96.5%
2013 94.04 1st 704 99.9%
2014 88.61 17th 717 97.6%
2015 95.92 4th 713 99.4%
2016 80.46 98th 713 86.3%
2017 84.80 74th 712 89.6%
2018 93.47 11th 716 98.5%
2019 82.27 98th 745 86.8%
2021 81.23 100th 652 84.7%
2022 77.95 135th 745 81.9%
2023 91.81 27th 748 96.4%
2024 67.68 209th 743 71.9%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Bay Head Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.67 21st 497 95.8%
2019 69.81 130th 504 74.2%
2021 73.36 76th 435 82.5%
2023 82.00 60th 509 88.2%
2024 42.82 296th 510 42.0%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Bay Head Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: New Jersey Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Open Quote This was a fantastic school under the old principal. As the test scores reveal, it has taken a nose dive under the new administration. Sad.. was an amazing little place and now it's no better than surrounding public schools. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Bay Head Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 95 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 97
1989 83 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 84
1990 99 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 100
1991 98 0 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 100
1992 111 0 1 0 3 n/a n/a 0 115
1993 113 0 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 116
1994 105 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 106
1995 115 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 115
1996 115 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 115
1998 118 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
1999 115 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 115
2000 108 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 108
2001 106 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 106
2002 96 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 97
2003 96 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 97
2004 85 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 85
2005 100 0 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 105
2006 85 0 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 90
2007 86 0 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 93
2008 88 0 4 0 0 n/a n/a 0 92
2009 91 0 1 0 0 0 5 0 97
2010 102 1 0 0 0 0 5 0 108
2011 110 0 0 1 0 0 5 0 116
2012 121 0 2 1 0 0 9 0 133
2013 128 1 2 4 0 0 8 0 143
2014 120 2 1 3 0 0 9 0 135
2015 129 4 1 5 0 0 8 0 147
2016 142 2 1 0 0 1 3 0 149
2017 122 0 1 4 0 1 1 0 129
2018 118 2 1 6 0 1 1 0 129
2019 104 4 0 7 0 0 7 0 122
2020 107 3 0 7 0 0 5 0 122
2021 116 2 0 5 0 0 4 0 127
2022 120 2 0 3 0 0 5 0 130
2023 111 2 0 6 0 0 4 0 123
2024 109 2 0 5 0 0 4 0 120

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Bay Head Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 97 9.0 10.7 n/a
1989 84 11.0 7.6 n/a
1990 100 10.0 10.0 n/a
1991 100 10.0 10.0 0
1992 115 9.0 12.7 1.7
1993 116 12.2 9.5 0
1994 106 11.6 9.1 n/a
1995 115 12.2 9.4 n/a
1996 115 12.2 9.4 n/a
1998 118 11.7 10.1 1.7
1999 115 12.7 9.1 n/a
2000 108 12.7 8.5 0
2001 106 12.9 8.2 0
2002 97 12.9 7.5 0
2003 97 12.9 7.5 0
2004 85 11.9 7.1 0
2005 105 12.5 8.4 n/a
2006 90 13.3 6.8 0
2007 93 9.0 10.3 0
2008 92 9.0 10.2 n/a
2009 97 11.7 7.6 0
2010 108 12.0 9.0 n/a
2011 116 10.6 10.9 0
2012 133 14.0 9.5 2.3
2013 143 12.5 11.4 0
2014 135 12.9 10.4 0
2015 147 13.0 11.3 0
2016 149 15.0 9.9 0
2017 129 13.7 9.4 0
2018 129 15.1 8.4 0
2019 122 15.1 8.0 0
2020 122 15.4 7.8 2.5
2021 127 15.0 8.4 2.4
2022 130 11.5 11.2 2.3
2023 123 14.4 8.5 2.4
2024 120 15.0 7.9 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Bay Head Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 97 9.0 10.7 n/a
1989 84 11.0 7.6 n/a
1990 100 10.0 10.0 n/a
1991 100 10.0 10.0 0
1992 115 9.0 12.7 1.7
1993 116 12.2 9.5 0
1994 106 11.6 9.1 n/a
1995 115 12.2 9.4 n/a
1996 115 12.2 9.4 n/a
1998 118 11.7 10.1 1.7
1999 115 12.7 9.1 n/a
2000 108 12.7 8.5 0
2001 106 12.9 8.2 0
2002 97 12.9 7.5 0
2003 97 12.9 7.5 0
2004 85 11.9 7.1 0
2005 105 12.5 8.4 n/a
2006 90 13.3 6.8 0
2007 93 9.0 10.3 0
2008 92 9.0 10.2 n/a
2009 97 11.7 7.6 0
2010 108 12.0 9.0 n/a
2011 116 10.6 10.9 0
2012 133 14.0 9.5 2.3
2013 143 12.5 11.4 0
2014 135 12.9 10.4 0
2015 147 13.0 11.3 0
2016 149 15.0 9.9 0
2017 129 13.7 9.4 0
2018 129 15.1 8.4 0
2019 122 15.1 8.0 0
2020 122 15.4 7.8 2.5
2021 127 15.0 8.4 2.4
2022 130 11.5 11.2 2.3
2023 123 14.4 8.5 2.4
2024 120 15.0 7.9 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Bay Head Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $586 (3.3%) $17,297 (96.7%) $17,883

Data source: New Jersey Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Bay Head Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 419th of 1360 Elementary schoolsRanks 206th of 1342 Elementary schools
 15.5%
Ranks 98th of 745 Middle schoolsRanks 27th of 748 Middle schools
 9.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Elementary)69.254.6
 14.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Borough School District)69.254.6
 14.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)50.242
 8.2%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Elementary)84.681.8
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Borough School District)84.681.8
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)55.145.9
 9.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Elementary)41.792.3
 50.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Borough School District)41.792.3
 50.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.451.3
 6.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Elementary)5092.3
 42.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Borough School District)5092.3
 42.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)5144.3
 6.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Elementary)87.582.3
 5.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Borough School District)87.582.3
 5.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)56.149
 7.1%
6th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Elementary)56.358.9
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Borough School District)56.358.9
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)40.634.3
 6.3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Elementary)94.5100
 5.5%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Borough School District)94.5100
 5.5%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)62.855.7
 7.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Elementary)88.953.4
 35.5%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Bay Head Borough School District)88.953.4
 35.5%
   7th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)42.133.8
 8.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Elementary)62.583.3
 20.8%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Bay Head Borough School District)62.583.3
 20.8%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)62.955.3
 7.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students122123
 0.8%
African American42
 50%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic76
 14.3%
Pacific Islander00
White104111
 6.7%
Two or More Races74
 42.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients0%2.4%
 2.4%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 120 students attended Bay Head Elementary.

Bay Head Elementary ranks 298th of 1338 New Jersey elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Bay Head Elementary are 91% White, 4% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% African American.


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