Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walter M. Schirra Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#334 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
62%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School's ranking?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Walter M. Schirra Elementary School often compared to?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frost Elementary School, Oak Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
268 students attend Walter M. Schirra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Walter M. Schirra Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter M. Schirra Elementary School offer ?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walter M. Schirra Elementary School part of?
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
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