Randall Carter Elementary School

www.wayneschools.com

351 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Randall Carter Elementary School, located at 531 Alps Road in Wayne, New Jersey, serves students in grades K–5 as part of the Wayne Township Public Schools district. The school is characterized by a strong commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science with enrichment opportunities designed to help students build foundational skills for future success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Randall Carter Elementary is known for its active school community and collaborative partnership between parents, educators, and the local neighborhood. The school frequently hosts events and initiatives that encourage student engagement, inclusivity, and character building. By maintaining a focus on creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and confidence to grow both as a scholar and as an active member of their community.

351

Total Students

27.5

Full-Time Teachers

12.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Randall Carter Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	242
Hispanic	72
Black	4
Asian	18
Two or More	13
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
242 (68.9%)
Hispanic
72 (20.5%)
Asian
18 (5.1%)
Two or More
13 (3.7%)
Black
4 (1.1%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wayne Township Public School District
Phone:	(973)633-3145
Website:	http://www.wayneschools.com
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	351
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	45
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	8

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 54

Grade 1 65

Grade 2 45

Grade 3 64

Grade 4 61

Grade 5 62