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John A. Carusi Middle School

Middle School · Cherry Hill School District

315 Roosevelt Dr., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Enrollment

884

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,236 of 2,466

In Cherry Hill

#5 of 19

public schools

In district

#5 of 19

Cherry Hill School District

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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John A. Carusi Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Cherry Hill · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John A. Carusi Middle School

John A. Carusi Middle School is a public middle school in Cherry Hill, NJ, part of Cherry Hill School District. John A.

Carusi Middle School serves approximately 884 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John A. Carusi Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,236 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for John A. Carusi Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,852
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

John A. Carusi Middle School — Students at John A. Carusi Middle School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
37.2%
ELA
50.7%
2025
Math
35.1%
ELA
58.3%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How John A. Carusi Middle School Compares

See how John A. Carusi Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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

315 Roosevelt Dr., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John A. Carusi Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Paine Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cherry Hill, see our Cherry Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cherry Hill 0.4 mi 6.0
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School Cherry Hill 0.6 mi 3.6
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School Maple Shade 0.8 mi 6.1
Maple Shade High School Maple Shade 1.0 mi 4.5
Thomas Paine Elementary School Cherry Hill 0.8 mi 7.3
Kingston Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.1 mi 4.6
FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill 0.9 mi 6.6
Clara Barton Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.1 mi 4.8
Alternative High School Cherry Hill 1.4 mi 4.0
Cherry Hill High School West Cherry Hill 1.2 mi 5.3
Ralph J. Steinhauer Elementary School Maple Shade 1.6 mi 6.5
Countryside Elementary School Mount Laurel 1.5 mi 4.0
Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center Cherry Hill 2.2 mi 7.9
CHERRY HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cherry Hill 2.2 mi
Howard Yocum Elementary Maple Shade 2.4 mi 5.9
A. Russell Knight Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.5 mi 5.0
George B. Fine Elementary School Pennsauken 2.2 mi 8.4
FUSION ACADEMY Cherry Hill 2.0 mi
GODDARD SCHOOL OF CHERRY HILL Cherry Hill 2.3 mi
THE BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Haddonfield 2.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,244

Median Home Value

$335,700

Median Rent

$1,707/mo

Population

20,138

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John A. Carusi Middle School

What grades does John A. Carusi Middle School serve?

John A. Carusi Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John A. Carusi Middle School?

John A. Carusi Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 884 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John A. Carusi Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at John A. Carusi Middle School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John A. Carusi Middle School rank in NJ?

John A. Carusi Middle School ranks #1,236 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is John A. Carusi Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

John A. Carusi Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 John A. Carusi Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John A. Carusi Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John A. Carusi Middle School a charter school?

No, John A. Carusi Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John A. Carusi Middle School a Title I school?

No, John A. Carusi Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John A. Carusi Middle School?

32.4% of students at John A. Carusi Middle 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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