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8 schools in Manahawkin

New Jersey · Public K-12

8 public K-12 schools, 5,502 students, one city. That is the Manahawkin entry on the numbers, with a mix of 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in Manahawkin

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
5,502
+163 (+3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
80%
was 88%
% Hispanic
14%
was 9%
% Black
2%
was 1%
% Asian
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental ScienceHigh09-12275
McKinley Avenue Elementary SchoolElementary03-04630
Ocean Acres Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-02747
Oxycocus Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-PK176
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning CenterElementaryPK-KG332
Southern Regional High SchoolHigh09-121,820
Southern Regional Middle SchoolMiddle07-08865
Stafford Intermediate SchoolMiddle05-06657

About Manahawkin

Public education in Manahawkin, New Jersey runs across 8 schools that enrolls roughly 5,502 students. By footprint, Manahawkin sits in the average-sized bracket.

For a sense of the school types, the city is made up of 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

Schools in Manahawkin average about 688 students each, 27% higher than the New Jersey norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 5,502 students, rose 3% from the 5,339 reported in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the White share of enrollment fell from 88% to 80%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Manahawkin discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Manahawkin?
Manahawkin, New Jersey has 8 public K-12 schools serving approximately 5,502 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Manahawkin?
Manahawkin has 4 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Manahawkin?
Southern Regional High School is the largest public school in Manahawkin by enrollment, with approximately 1,820 students.
What school districts serve Manahawkin?
Manahawkin is served by 3 public school districts, including Stafford Township School District, Ocean County Vocational Technical School District, Southern Regional School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Manahawkin cover?
Public schools in Manahawkin serve students from pre-K through grade 12.