Very Good
#500 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 20% in state
Edward T. Hamilton
Elementary School · Voorhees Township School District
23 Northgate Drive, Voorhees, NJ 08043
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#500 of 2,466
In Voorhees
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Voorhees Township School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Edward T. Hamilton
Elementary School in Voorhees · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edward T. Hamilton
Edward T. Hamilton is a public elementary school in Voorhees, NJ, part of Voorhees Township School District. Edward T.
Hamilton serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edward T. Hamilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #500 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Edward T. Hamilton show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Edward T. Hamilton — Students at Edward T. Hamilton score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.2/10.
How Edward T. Hamilton Compares
See how Edward T. Hamilton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
23 Northgate Drive, Voorhees, NJ 08043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edward T. Hamilton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Signal Hill School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gibbsboro Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Gibbsboro), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kresson School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Voorhees, see our Voorhees schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Elementary School West Berlin | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School West Berlin | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Signal Hill School Voorhees | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL REGIONAL SCHOOL Berlin | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Gibbsboro Elementary School Gibbsboro | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Berlin Community School Berlin | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| TOMORROWS HOPE Voorhees | 2.1 mi | — |
| Lindenwold High School Lindenwold | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Eastern Regional High School Voorhees | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lindenwold School Four Lindenwold | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NAUDAIN MONTESSON ACADEMY Voorhees | 2.5 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Evesham | 2.5 mi | — |
| Kresson School Voorhees | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Voorhees Middle School Voorhees | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BETH EL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Voorhees | 2.9 mi | — |
| TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. Voorhees | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| KINGSWAY LEARNING CENTER Voorhees | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lindenwold Middle School Lindenwold | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ERIC B JACOBS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Cherry Hill | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,606
Median Home Value
$390,600
Median Rent
$1,718/mo
Population
31,011
College Educated
59.6%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41.5
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| Copper Hill Elementary School Ringoes, NJ | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edward T. Hamilton
What grades does Edward T. Hamilton serve?
Edward T. Hamilton serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edward T. Hamilton?
Edward T. Hamilton has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edward T. Hamilton?
The student-teacher ratio at Edward T. Hamilton is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edward T. Hamilton rank in NJ?
Edward T. Hamilton ranks #500 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Edward T. Hamilton's MySchoolScout rating?
Edward T. Hamilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Edward T. Hamilton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edward T. Hamilton has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Edward T. Hamilton a charter school?
No, Edward T. Hamilton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edward T. Hamilton a Title I school?
No, Edward T. Hamilton is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edward T. Hamilton?
10.4% of students at Edward T. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (856) 767-4888
Resources & Links
District
Voorhees Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,107
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,905
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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