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Very Good

#766 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 31% in state

Carlstadt Public School

Elementary School · Carlstadt Public School District

550 WASHINGTON STREET, Carlstadt, NJ 07072

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#766 of 2,466

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Carlstadt Public School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Carlstadt · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About Carlstadt Public School

Carlstadt Public School is a public elementary school in Carlstadt, NJ, part of Carlstadt Public School District. Carlstadt Public School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlstadt Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #766 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Carlstadt Public School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,983
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Carlstadt Public School — Students at Carlstadt Public School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
51.3%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
61.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Carlstadt Public School Compares

See how Carlstadt Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

550 WASHINGTON STREET, Carlstadt, NJ 07072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carlstadt Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Euclid Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKenzie School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Rutherford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Wood-Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlstadt, see our Carlstadt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School Wood-Ridge 0.5 mi 8.3
Wood-Ridge Intermediate School Wood-Ridge 0.5 mi 7.4
Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford 0.7 mi 7.8
Lincoln School East Rutherford 0.7 mi 7.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL-EAST RUTHERFORD East Rutherford 0.8 mi
Henry P. Becton Regional High School East Rutherford 0.9 mi 6.6
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington 0.8 mi 7.5
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School Wood-Ridge 0.8 mi 6.4
Wallington Junior Senior High School Wallington 1.0 mi 6.6
Washington School Rutherford 1.0 mi 6.5
McKenzie School East Rutherford 1.0 mi 8.4
Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 1.2 mi 9.2
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 1.4 mi
Rutherford High School Rutherford 1.3 mi 5.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 1.5 mi 6.3
Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington 1.2 mi 3.7
Union School Rutherford 1.2 mi 8.8
James Madison School #10 Garfield 1.6 mi 6.8
Hilltop School Lodi 1.6 mi 5.2
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 1.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,854

Median Home Value

$523,800

Median Rent

$1,503/mo

Population

6,343

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carlstadt Public School

What grades does Carlstadt Public School serve?

Carlstadt Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Carlstadt Public School?

Carlstadt Public School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlstadt Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carlstadt Public School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carlstadt Public School rank in NJ?

Carlstadt Public School ranks #766 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Carlstadt Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carlstadt Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Carlstadt Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlstadt Public School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carlstadt Public School a charter school?

No, Carlstadt Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carlstadt Public School a Title I school?

No, Carlstadt Public School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlstadt Public School?

32.5% of students at Carlstadt Public School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Carlstadt Public School District
District Enrollment
523
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,983
District Rank
#1 of 1

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