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Daylight/twilight High School

High School · Trenton Public School District

135 E. Hanover Street, Trenton, NJ 08618

Enrollment

617

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,453 of 2,466

In Trenton

#30 of 32

public schools

In district

#23 of 25

Trenton Public School District

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Daylight/twilight High School

3.0/10

High School in Trenton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Daylight/twilight High School

Daylight/twilight High School is a public high school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Daylight/twilight High School serves approximately 617 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Daylight/twilight High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,453 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Daylight/twilight High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.5
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Daylight/twilight High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-41.5 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2024 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-45.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate35%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,662
Chronic Absenteeism43.3%

Daylight/twilight High School — Students at Daylight/twilight High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 5.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.5% (2024 NJSLA)
ELA Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

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

2009
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2013
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
10%
2024

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Daylight/twilight High School Compares

See how Daylight/twilight High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
1th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.3%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

135 E. Hanover Street, Trenton, NJ 08618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daylight/twilight High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gershom Mott Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, International Charter School (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,179

Median Home Value

$211,800

Median Rent

$1,117/mo

Population

37,162

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

41.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daylight/twilight High School

What grades does Daylight/twilight High School serve?

Daylight/twilight High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Daylight/twilight High School?

Daylight/twilight High School has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daylight/twilight High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Daylight/twilight High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Daylight/twilight High School rank in NJ?

Daylight/twilight High School ranks #2,453 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Daylight/twilight High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Daylight/twilight High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Daylight/twilight High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Daylight/twilight High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Daylight/twilight High School a charter school?

No, Daylight/twilight High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Daylight/twilight High School a Title I school?

No, Daylight/twilight High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daylight/twilight High School?

31.3% of students at Daylight/twilight High School 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.3%
4-Year Graduation
35.0%

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