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James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School

Elementary School · Old Bridge Township School District

1 MANNY MARTIN WAY, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Enrollment

516

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,379 of 2,466

In Old Bridge

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

Old Bridge Township School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Old Bridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. James A.

Mcdivitt Elementary School serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,379 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,394
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School — Students at James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
51.6%
ELA
60.9%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
56.2%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School Compares

See how James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 MANNY MARTIN WAY, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwood Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Carl Sandburg Middle School Old Bridge 0.7 mi 8.1
GOOD SHEPHERD CHILDRENS CENTER Old Bridge 0.7 mi
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School Old Bridge 1.0 mi 5.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Old Bridge 1.0 mi 6.3
Cheesequake School Matawan 1.2 mi 5.3
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Old Bridge 1.4 mi 8.6
GODDARD SCHOOL OF OLD BRIDGE Matawan 1.4 mi
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School Old Bridge 1.6 mi 8.1
Old Bridge High School Matawan 1.7 mi 4.5
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Old Bridge 2.0 mi 6.6
Madison Park Elementary School Parlin 2.9 mi 6.8
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF PARLIN Parlin 3.1 mi
Samsel Upper Elementary School Parlin 3.2 mi 6.6
Center for Lifelong Learning Parlin 3.1 mi 3.3
Southwood Elementary School Old Bridge 2.6 mi 7.8
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin 3.6 mi 5.9
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.9 mi 6.0
Sayreville War Memorial High School Parlin 3.7 mi 4.5
Sayreville Middle School Parlin 3.7 mi 5.9
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 2.9 mi 4.8

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 James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School

What grades does James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School serve?

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School rank in NJ?

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School ranks #1,379 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School a charter school?

No, James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School a Title I school?

No, James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?

15.9% of students at James A. Mcdivitt Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

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