Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carlstadt Public School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlstadt Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Carlstadt Public School's student population of 478 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlstadt Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlstadt Public School is 0.64, 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
#886 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
42%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlstadt Public School's ranking?
Carlstadt Public School is ranked #886 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Carlstadt Public School often compared to?
Carlstadt Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euclid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Carlstadt Public School?
478 students attend Carlstadt Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Carlstadt Public School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlstadt Public School?
Carlstadt Public School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carlstadt Public School offer ?
Carlstadt Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlstadt Public School part of?
Carlstadt Public School is part of Carlstadt Public School District.
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