Average
#1138 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 46% in state
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School
Elementary School · Old Bridge Township School District
ONE PAR AVENUE, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,138 of 2,466
In Old Bridge
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 14
Old Bridge Township School District
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School
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About M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. M.
Scott Carpenter Elementary School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School — Students at M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Compares
See how M. Scott Carpenter Elementary 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
ONE PAR AVENUE, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School
What grades does M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School serve?
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School?
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School rank in NJ?
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School ranks #1,138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School a charter school?
No, M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School?
9.3% of students at M. Scott Carpenter 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (732) 360-4452
Resources & Links
District
Old Bridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,976
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,394
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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