Serving 1,009 students in grades 9-12, Carteret High School ranks in the top 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carteret High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carteret High School's student population of 1,009 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carteret High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carteret High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1013 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
50%
32%
Black
15%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carteret High School's ranking?
Carteret High School is ranked #1013 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Carteret High School often compared to?
Carteret High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carteret High School?
The graduation rate of Carteret High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Carteret High School?
1,009 students attend Carteret High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carteret High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carteret High School?
Carteret High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carteret High School offer ?
Carteret High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carteret High School part of?
Carteret High School is part of Carteret Public School District.
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