Serving 252 students in grades 6, Walter Hill School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Walter Hill School's student population of 252 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter Hill School 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 Walter Hill School is 0.51, 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
#663 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
10%
33%
Black
14%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Hill School's ranking?
Walter Hill School is ranked #663 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Walter Hill School often compared to?
Walter Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Township Elementary School, Centre City Elementary School, Governor Charles C. Stratton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Walter Hill School?
252 students attend Walter Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walter Hill School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Hill School?
Walter Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter Hill School offer ?
Walter Hill School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Walter Hill School part of?
Walter Hill School is part of Swedesboro-Woolwich School District.
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