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Carl Sandburg Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1180 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted Monday, June 17, 2013

A good school for kid to attend and has absolutely no flaws is the best thing since indoor plumbing


Posted September 28, 2009

So far so good! Excellent staff, and Principal. They make learning FUN! My son can't wait for school - diferent child when was in a private school here in Old Bridge. Parents do not waste your money - send them to this school instead. Go to the parent/child orentation for in coming 5th graders - it will have you sold!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 3, 2009

It's my son's first year in Sandburg, and he loves it. He made more friends and academically he's in good standing. Thank you for all the staff for the warm welcome you gave the 6th graders.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 29, 2009

This school has a great principal and 2 great vice principals
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 16, 2008

I feel that Sandburg really is a excellent school, forit's great staff, and teachers. Also on how they respect the students and parents in a very good manner.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 27, 2008

I love sandburg! there are sooo many things to do and the teachers care
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 18, 2007

Love Sandburg some great teachers
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 30, 2007

This school is big, very big. However, it is run very well by teachers who really care about the kids. We are enjoying all this school has to offer. There are many activities for the kids. My 6th grader loves it. Go Cougars!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 27, 2007

Carl Sandburg is a great school, the Principal is awesome (he seems to really cares for his students) and his staff is just as good. The only thing I would love to see is the school raising the standard and really challenge the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 27, 2007

Its a great school. I love it! Im soo glad I go to this school. My teachers are great andd theres so many activities
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 6, 2007

This school has many choices of activties, although I have complants (most students do) I believe that the over-all school is nice.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 13, 2006

greatest school ever. Ever sinced i moved, i always wanted to go back. I love that school, and would go back to see my old pals anyday
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 2, 2005

Its a great school and my kids love it there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 30, 2005

This school is a mixture of many different student types, although the majority is made of competitive high-achievers. The teachers here are competetent and well-liked, and the students enjoy the extracurricular activities. There is a terrific variety of all sorts of clubs, and there is something for every type of student here. Parent involvement is very high, and though the curriculum is a bit under my standard, it is very well-rounded and taught well.
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 18, 2004

My Children and I loved this school!
—Submitted by Kelly McKevitt, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 65% in 2012.

407 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
79%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

407 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
66%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 61% in 2012.

381 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
79%
Math

The state average for Math was 63% in 2012.

381 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
73%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 82% in 2012.

400 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
87%
Math

The state average for Math was 72% in 2012.

400 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

400 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students71%
Female78%
Male64%
Black52%
Asian78%
Hispanic75%
Pacific Islandern/a
White71%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged59%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
General education80%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant71%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students77%
Female84%
Male71%
Black59%
Asian93%
Hispanic64%
Pacific Islandern/a
White79%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged66%
Non-economically disadvantaged81%
Special education31%
General education87%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant77%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students70%
Female74%
Male66%
Black76%
Asian76%
Hispanic60%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White71%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged53%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
General education80%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant70%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students66%
Female64%
Male68%
Black64%
Asian82%
Hispanic53%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White64%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged48%
Non-economically disadvantaged71%
Special education13%
General education74%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant66%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former43%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students89%
Female90%
Male88%
Black81%
Asian96%
Hispanic94%
Pacific Islandern/a
White87%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged87%
Non-economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
General education98%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant89%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students76%
Female74%
Male77%
Black68%
Asian88%
Hispanic67%
White75%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged68%
Non-economically disadvantaged78%
Special education27%
General education85%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant76%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students88%
Female87%
Male88%
Black81%
Asian94%
Hispanic90%
Pacific Islandern/a
White86%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Non-economically disadvantaged89%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant88%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 59% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
General educationn/a
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 58% 52%
Asian 20% 9%
Hispanic 13% 22%
Black 9% 16%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 23%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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3439 Route 516
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Phone: (732) 360-4400

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