Excellent
#75 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Van Holten Primary School
Elementary School · Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District
360 Van Holten Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#75 of 2,466
In Bridgewater
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Van Holten Primary School
Van Holten Primary School is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, NJ, part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Van Holten Primary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Holten Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Van Holten Primary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Van Holten Primary School — Students at Van Holten Primary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 9.1/10.
How Van Holten Primary School Compares
See how Van Holten Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
360 Van Holten Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Holten Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Branchburg), a more accessible option. Another option is ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Raritan), a more accessible option. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Primary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Raritan), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 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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| Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 8.8 |
| Cranberry Pines Elementary Medford, NJ | 8.8 |
| Edith A. Bogert Elementary School Upper Saddle River, NJ | 8.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Red Bank, NJ | 8.8 |
| George Washington School Mahwah, NJ | 8.8 |
| North Boulevard School Pompton Plains, NJ | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Holten Primary School
What grades does Van Holten Primary School serve?
Van Holten Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Van Holten Primary School?
Van Holten Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Holten Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Holten Primary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Holten Primary School rank in NJ?
Van Holten Primary School ranks #75 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Van Holten Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Holten Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Van Holten Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Holten Primary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Van Holten Primary School a charter school?
No, Van Holten Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Holten Primary School a Title I school?
No, Van Holten Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Holten Primary School?
5.0% of students at Van Holten Primary 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (908) 231-1220
Resources & Links
District
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 7,994
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,937
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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