Very Good
#480 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Jonas Salk Middle School
Middle School · Old Bridge Township School District
155 W GREYSTONE ROAD, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
879
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
879
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#480 of 2,466
In Old Bridge
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Old Bridge Township School District
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Jonas Salk Middle School
Middle School in Old Bridge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jonas Salk Middle School
Jonas Salk Middle School is a public middle school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. Jonas Salk Middle School serves approximately 879 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jonas Salk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #480 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Jonas Salk Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Jonas Salk Middle School — Students at Jonas Salk Middle School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.1%
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: 8.4/10.
How Jonas Salk Middle School Compares
See how Jonas Salk 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
155 W GREYSTONE ROAD, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jonas Salk Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Spotswood Memorial Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Spotswood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 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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| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany, NJ | 7.8 |
| Columbia Middle School Berkeley Hts, NJ | 7.8 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown, NJ | 7.8 |
| Gilmore J Fisher Middle School Ewing, NJ | 7.8 |
| Hillsborough Township Middle School Hillsborough, NJ | 7.8 |
| Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jonas Salk Middle School
What grades does Jonas Salk Middle School serve?
Jonas Salk Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jonas Salk Middle School?
Jonas Salk Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 879 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jonas Salk Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jonas Salk Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jonas Salk Middle School rank in NJ?
Jonas Salk Middle School ranks #480 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Jonas Salk Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jonas Salk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Jonas Salk Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jonas Salk Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jonas Salk Middle School a charter school?
No, Jonas Salk Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jonas Salk Middle School a Title I school?
No, Jonas Salk Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jonas Salk Middle School?
20.1% of students at Jonas Salk 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
- 879
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.4%
- Phone
- (732) 360-4519
Resources & Links
District
Old Bridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,976
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,394
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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