Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
28 students

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(21-22)53%
32%

Black
(21-22)43%
15%

White
(21-22)4%
40%

Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
3%

Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
89%
30%

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
How many students attend Mercer Regional School?
28 students attend Mercer Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mercer Regional School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Mercer Regional School offer ?
Mercer Regional School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Mercer Regional School part of?
Mercer Regional School is part of Office Of Education Department Of Children And Families School District.
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