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Good Shepherd Childrens Center
Elementary School
3139 HWY 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
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
BetaHow Good Shepherd Childrens Center compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Old Bridge, NJ
Student Demographics
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
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 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
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
- Phone
- (732) 679-8887
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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