Serving 926 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 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Middle School's student population of 926 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#941 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
11%
14%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 #941 out of 2,184 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School?
926 students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carl Sandburg Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 3% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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