John A. Carusi Middle School

carusi.chclc.org

859 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

John A. Carusi Middle School, located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Cherry Hill Public Schools district, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive environment that addresses the unique developmental needs of middle school adolescents. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous core subjects with opportunities for elective exploration, ensuring students are well-prepared for their transition to high school.

Beyond its academic program, John A. Carusi Middle School places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement. The school typically offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including interscholastic sports, arts programs, and various student-led clubs, which encourage students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. By prioritizing a holistic educational experience, the school aims to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students can grow both intellectually and socially within the Cherry Hill community.

859

Total Students

78.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John A. Carusi Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	383
Hispanic	190
Black	107
Asian	126
Two or More	50
Pacific Islander	2

White
383 (44.6%)
Hispanic
190 (22.1%)
Asian
126 (14.7%)
Black
107 (12.5%)
Two or More
50 (5.8%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cherry Hill School District
Phone:	(856)667-1220
Website:	http://carusi.chclc.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	859
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	78.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	280
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	51

* 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

Grade 6 296

Grade 7 300

Grade 8 263