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#1854 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Joseph C. Caruso School
Elementary School · Keansburg School District
81 Frances Place, Keansburg, NJ 07734
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,854 of 2,466
In Keansburg
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Keansburg School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Joseph C. Caruso School
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About Joseph C. Caruso School
Joseph C. Caruso School is a public elementary school in Keansburg, NJ, part of Keansburg School District. Joseph C.
Caruso School serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph C. Caruso School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,854 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph C. Caruso School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Joseph C. Caruso School 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.
38% of students at Joseph C. Caruso School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joseph C. Caruso School — Students at Joseph C. Caruso School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Joseph C. Caruso School Compares
See how Joseph C. Caruso School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
81 Frances Place, Keansburg, NJ 07734
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph C. Caruso School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middle Road School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hazlet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harmony Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Monmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayview Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Belford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Keansburg, see our Keansburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Keansburg High School Keansburg | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Keansburg Early Learning Center Keansburg | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Ocean Avenue Elementary School North Middletown | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Lillian Drive School Hazlet | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Raritan High School Hazlet | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet | 1.6 mi | — |
| Thorne Middle School Port Monmouth | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Harmony Elementary School New Monmouth | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hazlet Middle School Hazlet | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Middle Road School Hazlet | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Memorial School Union Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER DEL PREP HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Cove Road School Hazlet | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL New Monmouth | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| New Monmouth Elementary School Middletown | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Middletown Village Elementary School Middletown | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Middletown High School North Middletown | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Bayview Elementary School Belford | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,073
Median Home Value
$310,000
Median Rent
$1,638/mo
Population
13,188
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
40.6
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| Chaplain Charles Watters School Jersey City, NJ | 5.3 |
| Constable Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 5.3 |
| Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood, NJ | 5.3 |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph C. Caruso School
What grades does Joseph C. Caruso School serve?
Joseph C. Caruso School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph C. Caruso School?
Joseph C. Caruso School has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph C. Caruso School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph C. Caruso School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph C. Caruso School rank in NJ?
Joseph C. Caruso School ranks #1,854 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Joseph C. Caruso School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph C. Caruso School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Joseph C. Caruso School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph C. Caruso School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joseph C. Caruso School a charter school?
No, Joseph C. Caruso School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph C. Caruso School a Title I school?
No, Joseph C. Caruso School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph C. Caruso School?
48.9% of students at Joseph C. Caruso 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (732) 787-2007
Resources & Links
District
Keansburg School District- District Enrollment
- 1,565
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,459
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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