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#2088 of 2,466 schools in NJ

William A. Miller Elementary School

Elementary School · Old Bridge Township School District

2 OLD MATAWAN ROAD, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,088 of 2,466

In Old Bridge

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

Old Bridge Township School District

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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William A. Miller Elementary School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Old Bridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William A. Miller Elementary School

William A. Miller Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Bridge, NJ, part of Old Bridge Township School District. William A.

Miller Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William A. Miller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,088 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for William A. Miller Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.7 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,394
Chronic Absenteeism12%

William A. Miller Elementary School — Students at William A. Miller Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
50.7%
ELA
67.3%
2025
Math
51.9%
ELA
60.6%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How William A. Miller Elementary School Compares

See how William A. Miller Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
15th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2 OLD MATAWAN ROAD, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William A. Miller Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwood Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Bridge, see our Old Bridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwood Elementary School Old Bridge 0.4 mi 7.8
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 0.6 mi 6.0
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 0.8 mi 9.3
Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School Old Bridge 1.5 mi 5.2
M. Scott Carpenter Elementary School Old Bridge 1.3 mi 6.6
Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick 1.4 mi 7.4
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 1.4 mi
Jonas Salk Middle School Old Bridge 1.8 mi 7.8
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 1.7 mi 6.9
Spotswood High School Spotswood 1.9 mi 5.9
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.9 mi 5.2
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 8.6
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.9 mi 4.1
South River High School South River 2.3 mi 4.0
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.0 mi 6.3
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 2.2 mi 3.7
South River Elementary School South River 2.4 mi 4.6
South River Middle School South River 2.4 mi 4.5
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 2.2 mi 6.8
South River Primary School South River 2.5 mi 5.1

Neighborhood 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 William A. Miller Elementary School

What grades does William A. Miller Elementary School serve?

William A. Miller Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William A. Miller Elementary School?

William A. Miller Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William A. Miller Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William A. Miller Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William A. Miller Elementary School rank in NJ?

William A. Miller Elementary School ranks #2,088 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is William A. Miller Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William A. Miller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William A. Miller Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William A. Miller Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William A. Miller Elementary School a charter school?

No, William A. Miller Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William A. Miller Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William A. Miller Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William A. Miller Elementary School?

20.4% of students at William A. Miller 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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