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Carl W. Goetz Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1280 students

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Posted yesterday

I am VERY pleased with the concern and care shown to my children at Goetz. If one of my children is having issues or remiss in their projects or homework I ALWAYS receive a call from their teacher. I also am VERY pleased with how caring and thoughtful they are with my youngest son, Steven, who was struck by a car 3 years ago while riding his bicycle. He was not expected to live at the time of the accident but he survived it all and to make a long story short is back in public school. Steven has brain damage and short term memory loss but when he gets 'off track' his teachers guide him back onto the right trail. I can't even express enough thanks for the entire staff at Goetz Middle School! Sincerely, Celia A. McClelland
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 5, 2011

teachers are overworked and take toooo long to answer emails...they say because they are overworked. I have a smart boy who is falling through the cracks, Being bullied for 7 months and now we find out..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 15, 2010

I have a son who graduated, class2010 and two daughters who are currently attending Goetz Middle School in Jackson, NJ. This school has a great academic curriculum and the parent involvemnt is amazing.


Posted July 6, 2009

I just ended my 8th grade year. Which means i'm going off to JMHS and i am hoping that my experience will be nothing like at Goetz. 1st of all half of the staff don't deserve to be there. everything is wrong with it. it was the worst experience of my life i absolutely hated this school and do not recommend it.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 23, 2009

I just ended my 6th Grade Year at Carl W. Goetz Middle School. School ends tomorrow and i'm going to miss the best teachers in the world. Ms. Walsh and Ms. Urban. I'm now going into 7th grade and i'm excited because they have an advanced class called pre-algebra. I got excepted. I'm amazingly excited for Goetz next year!
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 3, 2009

We really work hard in this school and they teach us the responsibilities of being an adult! I love you goetz!
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 3, 2009

goetz is the best school ever!! soooo many nice kids and teachers!
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 17, 2007

My son just began to attend Goetz. Personally, I have had a very positive experience, and I an very happy. I love that he can stay after school, for help with any subject. That is such a great help!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 6, 2007

As a parent of a 6th grader this school has alot to be desired. its extremely overcrowded and teachers and staff are very overwhelmed. My child seems to be slipping through the cracks and isnt getting the help that is needed. I dont recommend this school.My daughter is in Elms and we love it but she wont be going to Goetz when the time comes.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2004

I'm a parent of two children, and my son says that goetz rox his sox and my daughter says switlik is teh sux0r!! Personally I agree with both of them. Peace out mah homies.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 26, 2004

Goetz is an awesome school with a wonderful staff and a fantastic principal. Everyone takes the time with all the students.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted August 19, 2003

This is the place to be! Goetz has an outstanding staff who treat each child as their own. It's a big school with a big heart under great leadership! The course offerings and extra-curricular activities are phenomenal. This is clearly a school with a nurturing environment where people love what they do! Bravo and best wishes for continued success!


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 65% in 2012.

394 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
77%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

394 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
81%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 61% in 2012.

444 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 63% in 2012.

444 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
82%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 82% in 2012.

462 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
91%
Math

The state average for Math was 72% in 2012.

462 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

462 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
92%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students75%
Female73%
Male78%
Black72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged62%
Non-economically disadvantaged77%
Special education37%
General education82%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant75%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students88%
Female89%
Male88%
Black81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
Pacific Islandern/a
White89%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Non-economically disadvantaged89%
Special education61%
General education93%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant88%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students68%
Female77%
Male60%
Black70%
Asiann/a
Hispanic52%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White69%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged29%
Non-economically disadvantaged73%
Special education20%
General education76%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant68%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students69%
Female75%
Male64%
Black65%
Asiann/a
Hispanic54%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White70%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged44%
Non-economically disadvantaged72%
Special education20%
General education76%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant69%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students89%
Female92%
Male85%
Black86%
Asian100%
Hispanic79%
Pacific Islandern/a
White89%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged76%
Non-economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant89%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students80%
Female83%
Male78%
Black66%
Asian100%
Hispanic72%
White81%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged70%
Non-economically disadvantaged82%
Special educationn/a
General education85%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant80%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students91%
Female91%
Male90%
Black79%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
Pacific Islandern/a
White91%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged80%
Non-economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant91%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 59% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
General educationn/a
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 86% 54%
Black 7% 17%
Hispanic 4% 20%
Asian 2% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 7%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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835 Patterson Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
Phone: (732) 833-4610

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