Serving 1,280 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton West-watson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Hamilton West-watson's student population of 1,280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton West-watson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton West-watson is 0.66, 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
#1216 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
18%
15%
White
29%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton West-watson's ranking?
Hamilton West-watson is ranked #1216 out of 2,183 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson?
The graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson is 88%, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hamilton West-watson?
1,280 students attend Hamilton West-watson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hamilton West-watson students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton West-watson?
Hamilton West-watson has a student ration of 12:1, 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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