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Good Shepherd Childrens Center

Elementary School

3139 HWY 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Private

Enrollment

15

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

About Good Shepherd Childrens Center

Good Shepherd Childrens Center is an Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod private elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ 08857. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $101,192, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 15 students, Good Shepherd Childrens Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Good Shepherd Childrens Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Good Shepherd Childrens Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Good Shepherd Childrens Center compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Old Bridge, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
11.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
15
This School
vs
307
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.3% vs 0%
Asian 6.7% vs 0%
Good Shepherd Childrens Center Old Bridge Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Good Shepherd Childrens Center (this school)
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School 8.9
James A. McDivitt Elementary School 5.8
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School 5.4
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School 6.0
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School 5.4
Southwood Elementary School 7.6
William A. Miller Elementary School 6.0
Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School 8.7

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15 students
Type
Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Address
3139 HWY 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Phone
(732) 679-8887
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 73.3%
Hispanic 13.3%
Asian 6.7%
Two or More 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3139 HWY 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Good Shepherd Childrens Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alan B. Shepard Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is Madison Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Parlin). Additionally, Southwood Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away). For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Carl Sandburg Middle School Old Bridge 0.2 mi 6.5
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School Old Bridge 0.5 mi 8.9
James A. McDivitt Elementary School Old Bridge 0.7 mi 5.8
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Old Bridge 0.7 mi 5.4
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Old Bridge 0.9 mi 6.3
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School Old Bridge 1.0 mi 6.0
Cheesequake School Matawan 1.9 mi 6.2
GODDARD SCHOOL OF OLD BRIDGE Matawan 1.6 mi
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Old Bridge 1.7 mi 5.4
Old Bridge High School Matawan 1.9 mi 5.8
Southwood Elementary School Old Bridge 2.4 mi 7.6
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.6 mi 6.0
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 3.5 mi
Madison Park Elementary School Parlin 3.6 mi 7.7
SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville 3.5 mi 6.4
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 2.8 mi 6.0
David C Abbott Early Learning Center Morganville 3.2 mi 6.7
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF PARLIN Parlin 3.7 mi
Center for Lifelong Learning Parlin 3.7 mi 5.1
Samsel Upper Elementary School Parlin 3.9 mi 6.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Good Shepherd Childrens Center has a median household income of $101,192. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $459,400, with a median rent of $1,462/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Good Shepherd Childrens Center

What grades does Good Shepherd Childrens Center serve?

Good Shepherd Childrens Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Good Shepherd Childrens Center?

Good Shepherd Childrens Center has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Childrens Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Childrens Center is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Good Shepherd Childrens Center a private school?

Yes, Good Shepherd Childrens Center is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Good Shepherd Childrens Center a religious school?

Good Shepherd Childrens Center has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MIDDLESEX
Data Year
2022–2023

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