Joseph C. Caruso School vs Ocean Avenue Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph C. Caruso School
Keansburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
Ocean Avenue Elementary School
North Middletown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
283 students
| Measure | Joseph C. Caruso School Keansburg, New Jersey | Ocean Avenue Elementary School North Middletown, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1328 of 1,479 | #848 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #38938 of 50,301 | #16276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 595 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.5% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 42% |
| city | Keansburg | North Middletown |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocean Avenue Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 29.4).
- •Ocean Avenue Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •Ocean Avenue Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •Ocean Avenue Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 75.5%).
- •Joseph C. Caruso School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 10.9).
- •Joseph C. Caruso School is the larger school with 595 students compared with 283.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph C. Caruso School better than Ocean Avenue Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ocean Avenue Elementary School ranks higher (62.8 vs 29.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Joseph C. Caruso School and Ocean Avenue Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Keansburg and North Middletown in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph C. Caruso School: 595. Ocean Avenue Elementary School: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph C. Caruso School and Ocean Avenue Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Joseph C. Caruso School is 1328th of 1,479 and Ocean Avenue Elementary School is 848th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).