Serving 967 students in grades 6-8, Albert E Grice Middle School 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert E Grice Middle School's student population of 967 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert E Grice Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert E Grice Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1697 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
48%
33%
Black
16%
15%
White
30%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert E Grice Middle School's ranking?
Albert E Grice Middle School is ranked #1697 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Albert E Grice Middle School often compared to?
Albert E Grice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emily C. Reynolds Middle School, Richard C Crockett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Albert E Grice Middle School?
967 students attend Albert E Grice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Albert E Grice Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert E Grice Middle School?
Albert E Grice Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albert E Grice Middle School offer ?
Albert E Grice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Albert E Grice Middle School part of?
Albert E Grice Middle School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Albert E Grice Middle School located?
Albert E Grice Middle School is located in the White Horse neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in White Horse.
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