Excellent
#149 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 6% in state
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
Elementary School · Old Bridge Township School District
ONE AWN ST, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#149 of 2,466
In Old Bridge
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Old Bridge Township School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
Elementary School in Old Bridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. Walter M.
Schirra Elementary School serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter M. Schirra Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Walter M. Schirra Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Walter M. Schirra Elementary School — Students at Walter M. Schirra Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.8%
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: 8.8/10.
How Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Compares
See how Walter M. Schirra 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 AWN ST, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter M. Schirra Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Morganville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Southwood Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 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 Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
What grades does Walter M. Schirra Elementary School serve?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter M. Schirra Elementary School rank in NJ?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School ranks #149 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter M. Schirra Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
7.8% of students at Walter M. Schirra 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
- 268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (732) 360-4495
Resources & Links
District
Old Bridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,976
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,394
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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