Serving 322 students in grades 4-5, Paul W Carleton 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul W Carleton's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Penns Grove, NJ, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul W Carleton's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Paul W Carleton ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul W Carleton is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1981 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul W Carleton's ranking?
Paul W Carleton is ranked #1981 out of 2,184 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Paul W Carleton?
322 students attend Paul W Carleton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Paul W Carleton students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul W Carleton?
Paul W Carleton has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paul W Carleton offer ?
Paul W Carleton offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul W Carleton part of?
Paul W Carleton is part of Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District.
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