Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alexander Hamilton School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
n/a
15%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (15-16)
1%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton School's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton School is ranked #187 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alexander Hamilton School often compared to?
Alexander Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara E Coleman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton School?
274 students attend Alexander Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alexander Hamilton School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton School?
Alexander Hamilton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton School offer ?
Alexander Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alexander Hamilton School part of?
Alexander Hamilton School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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