Serving 272 students in grades 3-5, Alexander Hamilton ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Hamilton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton's student population of 272 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton is 0.58, 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
#1027 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
57%
33%
Black
7%
15%
White
31%
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
43%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton is ranked #1027 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alexander Hamilton often compared to?
Alexander Hamiltonis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton?
272 students attend Alexander Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Alexander Hamilton students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton?
Alexander Hamilton has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton offer ?
Alexander Hamilton offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Alexander Hamilton part of?
Alexander Hamilton is part of Morris School District.
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