Serving 2,659 students in grades 9-12, Old Bridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Bridge High School's attendance zone covers the entire Matawan district, encompassing approximately 40.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Bridge High School's student population of 2,659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 196 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
196 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Old Bridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Bridge High School is 0.64, 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
#1320 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Purple
School Mascot
Sir Obie The Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Bridge High School's ranking?
Old Bridge High School is ranked #1320 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Old Bridge High School?
The graduation rate of Old Bridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Old Bridge High School?
2,659 students attend Old Bridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Old Bridge High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Bridge High School?
Old Bridge High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Old Bridge High School offer ?
Old Bridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Bridge High School part of?
Old Bridge High School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
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