Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Randall Carter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Randall Carter Elementary School serves the southern part of Wayne, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randall Carter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Randall Carter Elementary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Randall Carter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Randall Carter Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#497 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randall Carter Elementary School's ranking?
Randall Carter Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Randall Carter Elementary School often compared to?
Randall Carter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ryerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Randall Carter Elementary School?
351 students attend Randall Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Randall Carter Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Randall Carter Elementary School?
Randall Carter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Randall Carter Elementary School offer ?
Randall Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Randall Carter Elementary School part of?
Randall Carter Elementary School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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