Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Carteret Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carteret Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carteret Middle School's student population of 914 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carteret Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carteret Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1522 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
17%
15%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Carteret Middle School is ranked #1522 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Carteret Middle School?
914 students attend Carteret Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carteret Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carteret Middle School?
Carteret Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carteret Middle School offer ?
Carteret Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carteret Middle School part of?
Carteret Middle School is part of Carteret Public School District.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2015
As in all schools it has it's ups and downs... But overall the activities are fun and the teachers are amazing!
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