Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alexander Hamilton Academy 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 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton Academy's student population of 517 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Academy 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 Alexander Hamilton Academy is 0.47, 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
#1681 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
64%
32%
Black
35%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton Academy's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton Academy is ranked #1681 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alexander Hamilton Academy often compared to?
Alexander Hamilton Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Norman S. Weir, Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton Academy?
517 students attend Alexander Hamilton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alexander Hamilton Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton Academy?
Alexander Hamilton Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton Academy offer ?
Alexander Hamilton Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alexander Hamilton Academy part of?
Alexander Hamilton Academy is part of Paterson Public School District.
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