Serving 978 students in grades 6-8, Carl W. Goetz Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl W. Goetz Middle School's student population of 978 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Rankings
Carl W. Goetz Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl W. Goetz Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#970 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jackson Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl W. Goetz Middle School's ranking?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School is ranked #970 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Carl W. Goetz Middle School often compared to?
Carl W. Goetz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Carl W. Goetz Middle School?
978 students attend Carl W. Goetz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Carl W. Goetz Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl W. Goetz Middle School?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carl W. Goetz Middle School offer ?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl W. Goetz Middle School part of?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School is part of Jackson Township School District.
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