Excellent
#329 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 13% in state
Carl Sandburg Middle School
Middle School · Old Bridge Township School District
3439 ROUTE 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#329 of 2,466
In Old Bridge
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 14
Old Bridge Township School District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Carl Sandburg Middle School
Carl Sandburg Middle School is a public middle school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. Carl Sandburg Middle School serves approximately 957 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl Sandburg Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #329 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Carl Sandburg Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Carl Sandburg Middle School — Students at Carl Sandburg Middle School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How Carl Sandburg Middle School Compares
See how Carl Sandburg Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3439 ROUTE 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carl Sandburg Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Morganville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood 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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| Henry C. Beck Middle School Cherry Hill, NJ | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Middle School Kearny, NJ | 8.1 |
| Voorhees Middle School Voorhees, NJ | 8.1 |
| Wall Intermediate School Wall, NJ | 8.1 |
| William Allen Middle School Moorestown, NJ | 8.1 |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge, NJ | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl Sandburg Middle School
What grades does Carl Sandburg Middle School serve?
Carl Sandburg Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School?
Carl Sandburg Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 957 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl Sandburg Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carl Sandburg Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carl Sandburg Middle School rank in NJ?
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks #329 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Carl Sandburg Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carl Sandburg Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Carl Sandburg Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl Sandburg Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carl Sandburg Middle School a charter school?
No, Carl Sandburg Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carl Sandburg Middle School a Title I school?
No, Carl Sandburg Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl Sandburg Middle School?
28.9% of students at Carl Sandburg Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 957
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (732) 360-4400
Resources & Links
District
Old Bridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,976
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,394
- District Rank
- #2 of 14
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