Serving 295 students in grades 4-5, Hamilton Intermediate School 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Intermediate School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Intermediate School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1379 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
82%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
7%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Intermediate School's ranking?
Hamilton Intermediate School is ranked #1379 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Intermediate School?
295 students attend Hamilton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hamilton Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Intermediate School?
Hamilton Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton Intermediate School offer ?
Hamilton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Intermediate School part of?
Hamilton Intermediate School is part of Harrison School District.
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