Average
#1699 of 2,466 schools in NJ
George L Catrambone
Elementary School · LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District
240 Park Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,699 of 2,466
In Long Branch
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District
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About George L Catrambone
George L Catrambone is a public elementary school in Long Branch, NJ, part of LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District. George L Catrambone serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. George L Catrambone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,699 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for George L Catrambone show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George L Catrambone sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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George L Catrambone — Students at George L Catrambone score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How George L Catrambone Compares
See how George L Catrambone performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
240 Park Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George L Catrambone may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wanamassa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wanamassa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deal Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Deal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ocean Township Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oakhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Branch, see our Long Branch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,806
Median Home Value
$521,900
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
32,330
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
35.4
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| Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy, NJ | 5.6 |
| Birches Elementary School Turnersville, NJ | 5.6 |
| Blairstown Elementary School Blairstown, NJ | 5.6 |
| Charles F. Seabrook School Seabrook, NJ | 5.6 |
| Denbo Crichton School Browns Mills, NJ | 5.6 |
| Edward V. Walton Primary School Springfield, NJ | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George L Catrambone
What grades does George L Catrambone serve?
George L Catrambone serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George L Catrambone?
George L Catrambone has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George L Catrambone?
The student-teacher ratio at George L Catrambone is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George L Catrambone rank in NJ?
George L Catrambone ranks #1,699 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is George L Catrambone's MySchoolScout rating?
George L Catrambone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 George L Catrambone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George L Catrambone has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is George L Catrambone a charter school?
No, George L Catrambone is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George L Catrambone a Title I school?
No, George L Catrambone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George L Catrambone?
80.1% of students at George L Catrambone qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 675
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (732) 222-3215
Resources & Links
District
LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District- District Enrollment
- 5,400
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,790
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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