Excellent
#264 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 11% in state
Based on limited data
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Elementary School · Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
1660 STELTON ROAD, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Piscataway. Learn more
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#264 of 2,466
In Piscataway
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bright Beginnings Learning Center
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About Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Bright Beginnings Learning Center is a public elementary school in Piscataway, NJ, part of Educational Services Commission of New Jersey. Bright Beginnings Learning Center serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 1.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Beginnings Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #264 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Bright Beginnings Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 1.2:1 students to teachers, Bright Beginnings Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bright Beginnings Learning Center Compares
See how Bright Beginnings Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1660 STELTON ROAD, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Beginnings Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Edison), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lindeneau Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Edison), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bartle Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Highland Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Piscataway, see our Piscataway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,331
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,929/mo
Population
60,405
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
33.6
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| Avon Elementary School Avon, NJ | 8.3 |
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| Cape May City Elementary School Cape May, NJ | 8.4 |
| Frenchtown Elementary Frenchtown, NJ | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt, NJ | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Beginnings Learning Center
What grades does Bright Beginnings Learning Center serve?
Bright Beginnings Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Bright Beginnings Learning Center?
Bright Beginnings Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Beginnings Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Beginnings Learning Center is 1.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bright Beginnings Learning Center rank in NJ?
Bright Beginnings Learning Center ranks #264 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Bright Beginnings Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Beginnings Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Beginnings Learning Center a charter school?
No, Bright Beginnings Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bright Beginnings Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Bright Beginnings Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bright Beginnings Learning Center?
27.6% of students at Bright Beginnings Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (732) 339-9331
Resources & Links
District
Educational Services Commission of New Jersey- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $186,886
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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