Excellent
#72 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Based on limited data
Somerset Elementary Academy
Elementary School · Somerset County Educational Services Commission School Distr
991 Route 22 West Ste 301, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Bridgewater. Learn more
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#72 of 2,466
In Bridgewater
#1 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Somerset County Educational Services Commission School Distr
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Somerset Elementary Academy
Somerset Elementary Academy is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, NJ, part of Somerset County Educational Services Commission School Distr. Somerset Elementary Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerset Elementary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Somerset Elementary Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Somerset Elementary Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Somerset Elementary Academy Compares
See how Somerset Elementary Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
991 Route 22 West Ste 301, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerset Elementary Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adamsville Primary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Somerville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roosevelt School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Manville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,983
Median Home Value
$562,400
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
38,438
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somerset Elementary Academy
What grades does Somerset Elementary Academy serve?
Somerset Elementary Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Somerset Elementary Academy?
Somerset Elementary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset Elementary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Somerset Elementary Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Somerset Elementary Academy rank in NJ?
Somerset Elementary Academy ranks #72 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Somerset Elementary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerset Elementary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Somerset Elementary Academy a charter school?
No, Somerset Elementary Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Somerset Elementary Academy a Title I school?
No, Somerset Elementary Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset Elementary Academy?
58.5% of students at Somerset Elementary Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 707-0070
Resources & Links
District
Somerset County Educational Services Commission School Distr- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $335,186
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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