Carteret Junior High School serves 568 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carteret Junior High School's student population of 568 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carteret Junior High School is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
11%
Hispanic
51%
35%
Black
15%
14%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Carteret Junior High School?
568 students attend Carteret Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Carteret Junior High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carteret Junior High School?
Carteret Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carteret Junior High School offer ?
Carteret Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carteret Junior High School part of?
Carteret Junior High School is part of Carteret Public School District.
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