Woodbridge Township School District, NJ

Original Research by School Decision on Woodbridge Township School District

The Woodbridge Township School District is a large, full K-12 public school system in central New Jersey, serving a cluster of communities within Middlesex County. It operates numerous elementary schools, several middle schools, and three comprehensive high schools that together enroll a substantial and diverse student body. The district covers areas including Woodbridge proper, Avenel, Colonia, Iselin, Fords, Port Reading, and others, making it a major educational provider in a densely populated part of the state.

On the state assessments administered in grades three through eight, the district’s overall proficiency across tested subjects lands above the midpoint among Middlesex County's districts. This suggests that compared to its immediate neighbors, Woodbridge Township performs slightly better than average, though the range of results within the county is wide. In elementary grades, English language arts proficiency is somewhat higher than math, with roughly half of students meeting the bar in fourth grade, while math results are softer, particularly by seventh and eighth grade. Science results in fifth and eighth grade show a smaller share of students reaching proficiency, and the eighth grade science outcome is notably low. A parent exploring the middle school years may want to ask the district about math and science support and curriculum approaches at those levels, as the dip in tested performance is noticeable.

Chronic absenteeism, a measure of students missing significant school time, is below the midpoint among county districts. That is a positive indicator for student engagement and consistent attendance, though the district’s rate still sits near the middle of the county pack rather than at the top. Per-pupil current spending falls in the middle range, upper half of county districts, meaning the district invests at a slightly above-average level compared to its peers.

Demographically, the student body is highly diverse. About a third of students are Hispanic, a little over a quarter are Asian, roughly a quarter are White, and more than one in ten are Black. This mix reflects the varied immigrant and longtime resident communities across the township. Information on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, as well as counts of students with disabilities and English learners, was not available in the data reviewed. A parent who wants to understand the level of economic need or the supports for special populations would need to ask the district directly.

High school outcomes are largely unaccounted for in this data set. The graduation rate was not reported, and assessment results for grades nine through twelve were not included. The district operates three high schools, but without test scores or a graduation figure, it is difficult to gauge academic performance at the secondary level. This is a notable gap; families considering the district’s high schools may wish to seek out that information from the schools or the district office.

Housing in the communities served by the district has appreciated in recent years, with home values and rents rising. The housing market in Middlesex County is active, with a moderate supply of listings and prices that are above the national typical range. For a family moving to the area, the cost of buying or renting will be a real consideration, though the district’s multiple communities offer some variation in price points.

The district’s academic record shows it as a solid, mid-performing system within its county during the elementary and middle grades, with diversity and attendance as assets. The absence of high school performance data and of some common demographic indicators leaves important questions unanswered. A parent considering this district would be well served to visit individual schools, examine high school program offerings, and ask about the learning supports available for the full range of students.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

14,044

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 32%

Black 12%

White 27%

Asian 28%

Two+ 2%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

29%

50%

Gr 4

38%

60%

Gr 5

29%

56%

Gr 6

30%

48%

Gr 7

31%

50%

Gr 8

33%

47%

Math

Gr 3

35%

58%

Gr 4

28%

53%

Gr 5

24%

53%

Gr 6

19%

42%

Gr 7

19%

45%

Gr 8

17%

24%

Science

Gr 5

15%

41%

Gr 8

18%

Schools in this District

25 schools are officially reported under this district.

Oak Tree Road Elementary School

Colonia High School

John F. Kennedy Memorial High School

Woodbridge High School

Colonia Middle School

Fords Middle School

Iselin Middle School

Woodbridge Middle School

Avenel Street Elementary School

Robert Mascenik Elementary School

Claremont Avenue Elementary School

Ford Avenue Elementary School

Matthew Jago Elementary School

Indiana Avenue Elementary School

Kennedy Park Elementary School

Lafayette Estates Elementary School

Lynn Crest Elementary School

Mawbey Street Elementary School

Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School

Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School

Port Reading Avenue Elementary School

Ross Street Elementary School

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School

Avenel Middle School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

49%

Grade 3

43%

Grade 4

41%

Grade 5

32%

Grade 6

34%

Grade 7

21%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

42%

Grade 3

51%

Grade 4

44%

Grade 5

40%

Grade 6

42%

Grade 7

42%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

30%

Grade 5

14%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$543,855

Year-over-year change+4.0%

Range across 11 ZIP codes$481K to $679K

vs. state typical0.95x

vs. national typical1.48x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (11 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
07095	Woodbridge	$481K	+5.1%	19.8%
07067	Colonia	$633K	+4.1%	17.3%
07001	Avenel	$525K	+2.6%	16.1%
08830	Iselin	$555K	+4.3%	13.6%
08863	Fords	$531K	+4.4%	7.4%
07077	Sewaren	$529K	+4.1%	6.6%
07064	Port Reading	$534K	+4.1%	5.7%
08861	Perth Amboy	$495K	+2.2%	1.9%
08840	Metuchen	$679K	+2.1%	1.5%
08837	Edison	$536K	+2.5%	0.8%
07008	Carteret	$552K	+5.1%	0.0%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$2,637/mo

Year-over-year change+3.5%

Range across 7 ZIP codes$2,286 to $3,072/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (7 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
07095	Woodbridge	$2,511	+3.2%	19.8%
07067	Colonia	$2,469	—	17.3%
08830	Iselin	$3,072	+3.8%	13.6%
08861	Perth Amboy	$2,286	—	1.9%
08840	Metuchen	$2,862	+3.0%	1.5%
08837	Edison	$2,386	+5.1%	0.8%
07008	Carteret	$2,418	+2.2%	0.0%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$2,744/mo

Home price / national median income6.5x

Annual rent / national median income37.8%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$108/mo

Market Activity: Middlesex County

Median listing price$569,900

Median listing price YoY+2.1%

Median price per sq ft$352

Median price per sq ft YoY+2.3%

Median days on market30.5 days

Median days on market YoY+10.9%

Active listings1,517

Active listings YoY+29.8%

New listings780

New listings YoY+10.2%

Pending listings1,183

Pending listings YoY+7.3%

Hotness: median listing price$552,500

Hotness: median listing price YoY+0.5%

Supply score94.1

Supply score YoY-1.2%

Demand score65.6

Demand score YoY-9.7%

Median listing price (12 months)

Median price per sq ft (12 months)

Median days on market (12 months)

Active listings (12 months)

New listings (12 months)

Pending listings (12 months)

Hotness: median listing price (12 months)

Supply score (12 months)

Demand score (12 months)

Comparison

State typical home value$571,373 (+3.4% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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