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#290 of 534 private schools in NJ

Calvary Christian School

School

123 WHITE OAK LN, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Private

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#290 of 534

In Old Bridge

#1 of 2

public schools

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Calvary Christian School

6.3/10

School in Old Bridge · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Calvary Christian School

Calvary Christian School is a private school in Old Bridge, NJ. Calvary Christian School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Calvary Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Calvary Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Calvary Christian School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Old Bridge, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
271
This School
vs
429
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 29.5% vs 0%
Black 10% vs 0%
Asian 10% vs 0%
Calvary Christian School Old Bridge Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Calvary Christian School (this school) 6.3
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School 5.8
James A. McDivitt Elementary School 6.2
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School 8.6
Carl Sandburg Middle School 8.1
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School 6.6
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School 8.1
Southwood Elementary School 7.8
William A. Miller Elementary School 4.8
Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School 5.2
Jonas Salk Middle School 7.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,104.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 271
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 35.8%
Hispanic 29.5%
Two or More 14.8%
Black 10.0%
Asian 10.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

123 WHITE OAK LN, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School Old Bridge 0.6 mi 5.8
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Old Bridge 1.0 mi 8.6
GOOD SHEPHERD CHILDRENS CENTER Old Bridge 0.9 mi
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School Old Bridge 1.1 mi 8.1
James A. McDivitt Elementary School Old Bridge 1.0 mi 6.2
Carl Sandburg Middle School Old Bridge 1.0 mi 8.1
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Old Bridge 1.1 mi 6.6
Southwood Elementary School Old Bridge 1.7 mi 7.8
Cheesequake School Matawan 1.9 mi 5.3
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 1.9 mi 6.0
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 2.0 mi 4.8
GODDARD SCHOOL OF OLD BRIDGE Matawan 2.3 mi
Center for Lifelong Learning Parlin 3.1 mi 3.3
Madison Park Elementary School Parlin 3.1 mi 6.8
Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School Old Bridge 2.6 mi 5.2
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF PARLIN Parlin 3.3 mi
Old Bridge High School Matawan 2.6 mi 4.5
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 2.7 mi 9.3
Jonas Salk Middle School Old Bridge 2.9 mi 7.8
Samsel Upper Elementary School Parlin 3.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,192

Median Home Value

$459,400

Median Rent

$1,462/mo

Population

40,409

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian School

What grades does Calvary Christian School serve?

Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian School?

Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian School rank in NJ?

Calvary Christian School ranks #290 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Christian School a private school?

Yes, Calvary Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calvary Christian School a religious school?

Calvary Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
271
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.1 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County

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