Mercer County Special Services School District
School District · Hamilton, New Jersey
Avg Rating
7.9
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$107,061
Avg Rating
7.9
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$107,061
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#46 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.6
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$107,061
+$81,452 vs New Jersey median
District size
0 students
Smaller than New Jersey median
About Mercer County Special Services School District
Mercer County Special Services School District is a Hamilton, New Jersey school district serving 4 schools. 0. The district invests $107,061 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.9/10, Mercer County Special Services School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Joseph F. Cappello School, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
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Schools in Mercer County Special Services School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
Schools in Mercer County Special Services School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Hamilton
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mercer County Special Services School District?
Mercer County Special Services School District has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Mercer County Special Services School District?
The average composite rating for Mercer County Special Services School District is 7.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mercer County Special Services School District?
Mercer County Special Services School District spends $107,061 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mercer County Special Services School District?
Student-teacher ratio data for Mercer County Special Services School District is not currently available.
What is the top-rated school in Mercer County Special Services School District?
Joseph F. Cappello School is the highest-rated school in Mercer County Special Services School District with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How does Mercer County Special Services School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Mercer County Special Services School District has an average school rating of 7.9/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.9/10
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Mercer County Special Services School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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