Best Schools in Old Bridge, New Jersey
13 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Old Bridge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
Elementary · Old Bridge Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carl Sandburg Middle School
Middle · Old Bridge Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School
Elementary · Old Bridge Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Old Bridge for 2026 are Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (8.6/10), Carl Sandburg Middle School (8.1/10), and Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$459,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$459,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 8% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Old Bridge schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Old Bridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walter M. Schirra Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Carl Sandburg Middle School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Jonas Salk Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Southwood Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Calvary Christian School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 8 | James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | St Thomas the Apostle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Alan B. Shepard Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $101,192
- Median home value
- $459,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
42% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Old Bridge compares
New Jersey rank
#124 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$101k
86% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Old Bridge, New Jersey
Old Bridge, New Jersey is home to 13 schools, including 10 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Old Bridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Old Bridge is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Old Bridge is served by 1 school district: Old Bridge Township School District. These districts collectively serve 7,976 students.
Old Bridge's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,192. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 268 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 200 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 258 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 215 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 5 | 516 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 6 | 281 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 7 | 395 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 8 | 324 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Thomas the Apostle School
Private
336 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | Good Shepherd Childrens Center
Private
15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 957 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 879 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvary Christian School
Private
271 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Old Bridge
Old Bridge, New Jersey · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,192
Median Home Value
$459,400
Median Rent
$1,462/mo
Population
40,409
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Old Bridge has a median household income of $101,192. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $459,400, with a median rent of $1,462/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Old Bridge, New Jersey
How many schools are in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
Old Bridge has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Old Bridge is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Old Bridge on MySchoolScout is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Old Bridge on MySchoolScout is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Old Bridge on MySchoolScout is Carl Sandburg Middle School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Old Bridge, New Jersey?
Old Bridge is served by 1 school district: Old Bridge Township School District.
What is the education level in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Old Bridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The median household income in Old Bridge is approximately $101,192 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
Yes, Old Bridge has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Calvary Christian School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Old Bridge is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Old Bridge, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.