Mercer Regional School serves 28 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Regional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mercer Regional School's student population of 28 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mercer Regional School is 0.54, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
53%
32%
Black
43%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mercer Regional School?
28 students attend Mercer Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mercer Regional School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Mercer Regional School offer ?
Mercer Regional School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Mercer Regional School part of?
Mercer Regional School is part of Office Of Education Department Of Children And Families School District.
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