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#2244 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Buckshutem Road School

Elementary School · Bridgeton City School District

550 BUCKSHUTEM ROAD, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Enrollment

628

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,244 of 2,466

In Bridgeton

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Bridgeton City School District

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Buckshutem Road School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Bridgeton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Buckshutem Road School

Buckshutem Road School is a public elementary school in Bridgeton, NJ, part of Bridgeton City School District. Buckshutem Road School serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckshutem Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,244 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Buckshutem Road School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Buckshutem Road School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-40.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.6 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-23.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,208
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Buckshutem Road School — Students at Buckshutem Road School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 16.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
5%
2024
Math
7.1%
ELA
9.4%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
10.3%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Buckshutem Road School Compares

See how Buckshutem Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
9th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Location

550 BUCKSHUTEM ROAD, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckshutem Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broad Street School (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Ave School (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeton, see our Bridgeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center Bridgeton 0.0 mi 2.7
Cherry Street School Bridgeton 0.4 mi 4.7
Bridgeton Public Charter School Millville 0.4 mi 5.6
Indian Ave School Bridgeton 1.2 mi 6.4
Broad Street School Bridgeton 1.7 mi 6.6
West Avenue School Bridgeton 1.8 mi 3.8
Fairfield Township School Bridgeton 1.7 mi 4.8
Bridgeton High School Bridgeton 1.9 mi 3.1
Quarter Mile Lane School Bridgeton 1.8 mi 5.5
BRIDGETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bridgeton 1.9 mi 5.8
FAIRTON CHRISTIAN CENTER Fairton 2.6 mi 7.1
Cumberland Campus Bridgeton 2.9 mi 5.0
Cumberland Regional High School Bridgeton 3.5 mi 5.2
Hopewell Crest Bridgeton 3.3 mi 4.6
Elizabeth F. Moore School Seabrook 5.4 mi 3.4
Charles F. Seabrook School Seabrook 5.5 mi 5.6
Woodruff Middle School Seabrook 5.6 mi 3.2
Myron L. Powell Elementary School Cedarville 5.8 mi 5.0
Deerfield Township Elementary School Rosenhayn 5.4 mi 5.7
Pittsgrove Township Middle School Pittsgrove 7.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,301

Median Home Value

$202,000

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

47,003

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

32.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckshutem Road School

What grades does Buckshutem Road School serve?

Buckshutem Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Buckshutem Road School?

Buckshutem Road School has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckshutem Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Buckshutem Road School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buckshutem Road School rank in NJ?

Buckshutem Road School ranks #2,244 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Buckshutem Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckshutem Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Buckshutem Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckshutem Road School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Buckshutem Road School a charter school?

No, Buckshutem Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Buckshutem Road School a Title I school?

No, Buckshutem Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckshutem Road School?

63.9% of students at Buckshutem Road 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

Bridgeton City School District
District Enrollment
6,213
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,208
District Rank
#5 of 8

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