Ocean Academy Charter School

Ocean Academy Charter School is an open, independent public charter district operating a single campus located at 1650 Massachusetts Ave in Lakewood, New Jersey. Nestled within a large suburban setting in the broader New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area, the district functions as its own local educational agency for federal programs. Ocean Academy offers a continuous educational pathway spanning from kindergarten through ninth grade, supporting students through key elementary and transitional secondary years. Families, students, and researchers can explore the school’s community initiatives and academic framework online at oceanacademycharter.com.

According to National Center for Education Statistics dataset context for the 2024–2025 school year, Ocean Academy educates a student body of 551 children, comprising 303 female and 248 male students. The student population is culturally diverse, including 489 Hispanic, 45 Black, and 17 White students across its grade offerings. To support learning and holistic student development, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling approximately 228 full-time equivalent staff members. This team features 114 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, supported by 34 instructional aides and 80 specialized support staff, fostering a highly collaborative environment focused on individual student achievement.