Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary vs Ocean Acres Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
Barnegat · Public other · Grades PK–PK
325 students
Ocean Acres Elementary School
Manahawkin · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
747 students
| Measure | Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary Barnegat, New Jersey | Ocean Acres Elementary School Manahawkin, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #509 of 1,479 |
| National rank | – | #5743 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 325 | 747 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 747 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.7% | 27.2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Barnegat | Manahawkin |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocean Acres Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.2% vs 35.7%).
- •Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 13.1).
- •Ocean Acres Elementary School is the larger school with 747 students compared with 325.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary better than Ocean Acres Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary and Ocean Acres Elementary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Barnegat and Manahawkin in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary: 325. Ocean Acres Elementary School: 747. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary and Ocean Acres Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary is unranked and Ocean Acres Elementary School is 509th of 1,479 among other schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).