Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Patton J. Hill Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: P.J. Hill Elementary serves the eastern part of Trenton, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. The school is conveniently located within a 5-10 minute drive from most homes in the attendance zone, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patton J. Hill Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Patton J. Hill Elementary 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 Patton J. Hill Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#2137 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
37%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton J. Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is ranked #2137 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
555 students attend Patton J. Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Patton J. Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patton J. Hill Elementary School offer ?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patton J. Hill Elementary School part of?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Patton J. Hill Elementary School located?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is located in the Wilbur neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilbur.
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