Serving 1,427 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton West-watson 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton West-watson's student population of 1,427 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton West-watson 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 Hamilton West-watson is 0.64, 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
#1972 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
52%
34%
Black
19%
15%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton West-watson's ranking?
Hamilton West-watson is ranked #1972 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hamilton West-watson often compared to?
Hamilton West-watsonis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton East - Steinert, Hamilton North - Nottingham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson?
The graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson is 80%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hamilton West-watson?
1,427 students attend Hamilton West-watson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hamilton West-watson students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% 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 Hamilton West-watson?
Hamilton West-watson has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton West-watson offer ?
Hamilton West-watson offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hamilton West-watson part of?
Hamilton West-watson is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
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