Serving 961 students in grades 9-12, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy's student population of 961 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy 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 Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is 0.33, 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
#1338 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
81%
32%
Black
9%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is ranked #1338 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy, Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy?
961 students attend Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy offer ?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy part of?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is part of Elizabeth Public Schools School District.
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