Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James A. Mcdivitt Elementary 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 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: James A. McDivitt Elementary School serves the eastern part of Old Bridge, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living around 2 miles away from its boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
'Empower each student to learn, achieve success, and become a confident, productive member of a pluralistic, global society.'
School Rankings
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary 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 James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#804 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
14%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
60%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School's ranking?
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is ranked #804 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School often compared to?
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Park Elementary School, Alan B. Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?
536 students attend James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School?
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School offer ?
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School part of?
James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
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