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 overall academic performance of the schools in this area is relatively low, with most scoring well below state averages on standardized tests, a few schools stand out as potential bright spots.
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School consistently outperforms the Carteret Public School District and state averages on NJSLA tests for 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts and Mathematics, and has a higher 2-star rating from SchoolDigger than the other elementary schools in the area. Similarly, Carteret Junior High School has relatively strong performance on NJSLA tests, particularly in Algebra I and Geometry, and also has a 2-star rating, which is higher than the other middle school in the area.
However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, low graduation rates, and a large achievement gap compared to state averages. Additionally, the schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. While the data reveals areas of concern, the standout performance of a few schools suggests that there may be opportunities to improve outcomes for students across the district.
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