Excellent
#130 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 5% in state
Randall Carter Elementary School
Elementary School · Wayne Township Public School District
531 ALPS ROAD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#130 of 2,466
In Wayne
#1 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 15
Wayne Township Public School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Randall Carter Elementary School
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About Randall Carter Elementary School
Randall Carter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wayne, NJ, part of Wayne Township Public School District. Randall Carter Elementary School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Randall Carter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Randall Carter Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Randall Carter Elementary School — Students at Randall Carter Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.2%
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
→ 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: 9.2/10.
How Randall Carter Elementary School Compares
See how Randall Carter Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
531 ALPS ROAD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Randall Carter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Theunis Dey Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ryerson Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, James Fallon Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Fallon Elementary School Wayne | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Valley High School Wayne | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKEVIEW LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 1.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ryerson Elementary School Wayne | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| George Washington Middle School Wayne | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Washington Park School Totowa | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Falls | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BANYAN UPPER SCHOOL Little Falls | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY OF ST JAMES OF THE MARCHES Totowa | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 3 Little Falls | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,561
Median Home Value
$596,700
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
54,131
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Amwell Township Ringoes, NJ | 8.7 |
| Hartshorn School Short Hills, NJ | 8.7 |
| Kingwood Township School Frenchtown, NJ | 8.7 |
| Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School Summit, NJ | 8.7 |
| Marian E. McKeown Elementary School Newton, NJ | 8.7 |
| Memorial Elementary School Freehold, NJ | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Randall Carter Elementary School
What grades does Randall Carter Elementary School serve?
Randall Carter Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Randall Carter Elementary School?
Randall Carter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Randall Carter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Randall Carter Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Randall Carter Elementary School rank in NJ?
Randall Carter Elementary School ranks #130 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Randall Carter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Randall Carter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Randall Carter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Randall Carter Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Randall Carter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Randall Carter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Randall Carter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Randall Carter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Randall Carter Elementary School?
12.2% of students at Randall Carter 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (973) 633-3145
Resources & Links
District
Wayne Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,816
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,749
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
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