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#155 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 6% in state

Alexander Hamilton

Elementary School · Morris School District

24 MILLS STREET, Morristown, NJ 07960

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

8.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#155 of 2,466

In Morristown

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Morris School District

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Alexander Hamilton

8.6/10

Elementary School in Morristown · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Morristown High School

4.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton is a public elementary school in Morristown, NJ, part of Morris School District. Alexander Hamilton serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander Hamilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Alexander Hamilton show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Alexander Hamilton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,078
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Alexander Hamilton — Students at Alexander Hamilton score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
49.6%
2025
Math
52.5%
ELA
56.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Alexander Hamilton Compares

See how Alexander Hamilton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

24 MILLS STREET, Morristown, NJ 07960

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alexander Hamilton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Sussex Avenue School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mountain Way School (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Morris Plains), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Morristown High School Morristown 0.2 mi 4.9
SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown 0.4 mi 6.8
Sussex Avenue School Morristown 0.6 mi 8.1
CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown 0.5 mi 5.7
THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown 0.6 mi 7.6
Hillcrest School Morristown 0.9 mi 6.5
Lafayette Learning Center Morristown 0.8 mi 5.8
ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown 0.9 mi 6.1
Thomas Jefferson School Morristown 1.2 mi 7.4
Alfred Vail School Morris Plains 1.3 mi 7.1
Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown 1.5 mi 7.8
Unity Charter School Morristown 1.3 mi 8.2
THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown 1.4 mi 7.5
VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown 1.5 mi 7.0
Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains 1.7 mi 8.0
Central Park School Morristown 1.7 mi
Woodland School Convent Station 1.9 mi 6.4
Mountain Way School Morris Plains 2.3 mi 7.7
THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown 2.2 mi 6.3
DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown 2.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,462

Median Home Value

$701,100

Median Rent

$2,173/mo

Population

46,178

College Educated

67.6%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alexander Hamilton

What grades does Alexander Hamilton serve?

Alexander Hamilton serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Alexander Hamilton?

Alexander Hamilton has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Hamilton?

The student-teacher ratio at Alexander Hamilton is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alexander Hamilton rank in NJ?

Alexander Hamilton ranks #155 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Alexander Hamilton's MySchoolScout rating?

Alexander Hamilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alexander Hamilton?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alexander Hamilton has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alexander Hamilton a charter school?

No, Alexander Hamilton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alexander Hamilton a Title I school?

No, Alexander Hamilton is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alexander Hamilton?

55.6% of students at Alexander Hamilton qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Morris School District
District Enrollment
5,708
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,078
District Rank
#1 of 10

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