Very Good
#481 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 20% in state
Southwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Old Bridge Township School District
64 SOUTHWOOD DR, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#481 of 2,466
In Old Bridge
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 14
Old Bridge Township School District
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Southwood Elementary School
Southwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. Southwood Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Southwood Elementary School show 59% 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 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Southwood Elementary School 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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Southwood Elementary School — Students at Southwood Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
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
→ 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: 8.5/10.
How Southwood Elementary School Compares
See how Southwood 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
64 SOUTHWOOD DR, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 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 Southwood Elementary School
What grades does Southwood Elementary School serve?
Southwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southwood Elementary School?
Southwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwood Elementary School rank in NJ?
Southwood Elementary School ranks #481 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Southwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood Elementary 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 Southwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwood Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwood Elementary School?
27.1% of students at Southwood 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
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (732) 360-4539
Resources & Links
District
Old Bridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,976
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,394
- District Rank
- #5 of 14
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