Needs Improvement
#2458 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center
School · Bridgeton City School District
550 BUCKSHUTEM ROAD, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Bridgeton. Learn more
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,458 of 2,466
In Bridgeton
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Bridgeton City School District
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Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center
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Buckshutem Road School
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About Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is a public school in Bridgeton, NJ, part of Bridgeton City School District. Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,458 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
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 Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
550 BUCKSHUTEM ROAD, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pittsgrove Township Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsgrove), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRTON CHRISTIAN CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Fairton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broad Street School (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Buckshutem Road School Bridgeton | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| 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 | 1.8 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center
What grades does Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center serve?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center rank in NJ?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center ranks #2,458 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
25.0% of students at Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.5%
- Phone
- (856) 455-8030
Resources & Links
District
Bridgeton City School District- District Enrollment
- 6,213
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,208
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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