Below Average
#2247 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School
Elementary School · Carteret Public School District
83 POST BLVD, Carteret, NJ 07008
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,247 of 2,466
In Carteret
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Carteret Public School District
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Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School
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About Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carteret, NJ, part of Carteret Public School District. Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,247 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School — Students at Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 2.7/10.
How Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School Compares
See how Private Nicholas Minue Elementary 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
83 POST BLVD, Carteret, NJ 07008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Matthew Jago Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Sewaren), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grover Cleveland Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rahway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carteret, see our Carteret schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carteret | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Carteret Middle School Carteret | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathan Hale Elementary School Carteret | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Carteret High School Carteret | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Carteret Junior High School Carteret | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Number 2 Linden | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF CARTERET INC. Carteret | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Port Reading Avenue Elementary School Port Reading | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbus Elementary School Carteret | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Number 6 Linden | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway | 1.9 mi | — |
| Number 8 Linden | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Number 1 Linden | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Matthew Jago Elementary School Sewaren | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Number 5 Linden | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,712
Median Home Value
$370,100
Median Rent
$2,012/mo
Population
25,220
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School
What grades does Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School serve?
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School?
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School ranks #2,247 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School?
64.5% of students at Private Nicholas Minue Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (732) 541-8960
Resources & Links
District
Carteret Public School District- District Enrollment
- 4,009
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,265
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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