CARTERET MIDDLE SCHOOL

Carteret Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Carteret Public School District school district, located in CARTERET, NJ with about 862 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 61 teachers, Carteret Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Carteret Middle School, located at 300 Carteret Avenue in Carteret, New Jersey, serves as a key educational institution within the Carteret School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare young adolescents for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing both core academic subjects and the development of well-rounded, responsible citizens.

Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the local Carteret community, often reflecting the diverse population of the borough. The administration and faculty focus on maintaining a supportive learning culture that encourages student engagement through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs. By prioritizing student achievement and character development, Carteret Middle School strives to provide a stable and enriching educational foundation for the youth of the community.

For more information, contact Carteret Middle School at (732) 541-8960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.