Serving 983 students in grades 6-8, Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Middle School's student population of 983 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is ranked #673 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Carl Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Carl Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonas Salk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School?
983 students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Carl Sandburg Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg Middle School?
Carl Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Carl Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carl Sandburg Middle School part of?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
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