Summary:
The 07008 zip code of Carteret, New Jersey is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area serve a diverse student population with a significant Hispanic and Asian representation, they generally struggle to meet state academic performance standards, with the exception of Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School.
Carteret High School and the middle schools have lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the state averages, with Carteret High School performing particularly poorly. In contrast, Carteret Junior High School stands out for its strong performance in Algebra I and Geometry, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the district and state. Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School also excels, with the highest proficiency rates in ELA and Mathematics among the elementary schools and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate.
The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 62.6% to 77.17%, indicate that the schools in the 07008 zip code serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population. This socioeconomic factor, along with the high chronic absenteeism rates, may contribute to the overall lower academic performance observed across the schools in the Carteret Public School District. Targeted interventions and support focused on addressing these challenges could potentially lead to improved outcomes for students in this area.
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