Serving 1,447 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton East - Steinert ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton East - Steinert ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hamilton East - Steinert's student population of 1,447 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton East - Steinert ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton East - Steinert is 0.59, 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
#841 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
12%
15%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton East - Steinert's ranking?
Hamilton East - Steinert is ranked #841 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hamilton East - Steinert often compared to?
Hamilton East - Steinertis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton West-watson, Hamilton North - Nottingham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton East - Steinert?
The graduation rate of Hamilton East - Steinert is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hamilton East - Steinert?
1,447 students attend Hamilton East - Steinert.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hamilton East - Steinert students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton East - Steinert?
Hamilton East - Steinert has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton East - Steinert offer ?
Hamilton East - Steinert offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hamilton East - Steinert part of?
Hamilton East - Steinert is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
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