OCEAN CITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Ocean City Primary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ocean City School District school district, located in OCEAN CITY, NJ with about 348 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Ocean City Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ocean City Primary School, located at 550 West Avenue in Ocean City, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution for the community’s youngest learners. As part of the Ocean City School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment that promotes both academic excellence and social-emotional development. By focusing on core curriculum areas and providing diverse learning opportunities, the school aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares students for success as they transition to intermediate and middle school levels.

Beyond its academic focus, Ocean City Primary School is deeply integrated into the coastal community it serves. The school emphasizes character education and collaboration, often leveraging its location to provide students with a unique school culture. With a commitment to small-class philosophies and individualized attention, the administration and faculty prioritize creating an inclusive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and form positive relationships with their peers and educators.

For more information, contact Ocean City Primary School at (609) 399-3191 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.