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Bradley Gardens Primary School

Elementary School · Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

148 Pine Street, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,594 of 2,466

In Bridgewater

#13 of 13

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bradley Gardens Primary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Bridgewater · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bradley Gardens Primary School

Bradley Gardens Primary School is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, NJ, part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Bradley Gardens Primary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Bradley Gardens Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,594 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Bradley Gardens Primary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.9 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,937
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Bradley Gardens Primary School — Students at Bradley Gardens Primary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
80%
ELA
76.7%
2025
Math
72.5%
ELA
71.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Bradley Gardens Primary School Compares

See how Bradley Gardens Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Location

148 Pine Street, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bradley Gardens Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Holten Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stony Brook School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Branchburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Branchburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy Primary School Raritan 0.9 mi 6.4
THE LEARNING GATE Raritan 1.2 mi
JOHNSON & JOHNSON CHILD DEVT CTR OF SOMERSET CNTY Raritan 1.5 mi
ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY Raritan 1.5 mi 6.5
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BRIDGEWATER Bridgewater 2.3 mi
THE CREATIVE CAMPUS AT OLD YORK SCHOOL Branchburg 1.8 mi
Milltown Primary School Bridgewater 2.5 mi 6.3
Stony Brook School Branchburg 2.1 mi 8.2
Van Holten Primary School Bridgewater 2.8 mi 8.8
KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg 2.8 mi 7.4
Bridgewater-Raritan High School Bridgewater 2.6 mi 6.2
Auten Road Intermediate School Hillsborough 2.9 mi 7.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Somerville 2.4 mi 5.8
CHILDREN'S CORNER AT BRIDGEWATER UMC Bridgewater 3.1 mi
CHERRY BLOSSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flagtown 3.2 mi 6.7
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 2.7 mi 7.4
Hillsborough Township Middle School Hillsborough 3.3 mi 7.8
Somerville Middle School Somerville 2.7 mi 8.0
Triangle Elementary School Hillsborough 3.4 mi 5.5
Branchburg Central Middle School Branchburg 2.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$165,983

Median Home Value

$562,400

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

38,438

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bradley Gardens Primary School

What grades does Bradley Gardens Primary School serve?

Bradley Gardens Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Bradley Gardens Primary School?

Bradley Gardens Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bradley Gardens Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bradley Gardens Primary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bradley Gardens Primary School rank in NJ?

Bradley Gardens Primary School ranks #1,594 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Bradley Gardens Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bradley Gardens Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bradley Gardens Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bradley Gardens Primary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bradley Gardens Primary School a charter school?

No, Bradley Gardens Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bradley Gardens Primary School a Title I school?

No, Bradley Gardens Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bradley Gardens Primary School?

8.5% of students at Bradley Gardens Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

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