Serving 686 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George L Catrambone ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George L Catrambone ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George L Catrambone's student population of 686 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
George L Catrambone ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George L Catrambone is 0.46, 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
#1894 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
70%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
22%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George L Catrambone's ranking?
George L Catrambone is ranked #1894 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are George L Catrambone often compared to?
George L Catramboneis often viewed alongside schools like Gregory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend George L Catrambone?
686 students attend George L Catrambone.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of George L Catrambone students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George L Catrambone?
George L Catrambone has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George L Catrambone offer ?
George L Catrambone offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George L Catrambone part of?
George L Catrambone is part of Long Branch Public School District.
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