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George E. Wilson Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton Township Public School District

600 Park Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,957 of 2,466

In Hamilton

#18 of 26

public schools

In district

#15 of 23

Hamilton Township Public School District

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George E. Wilson Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hamilton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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About George E. Wilson Elementary School

George E. Wilson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamilton, NJ, part of Hamilton Township Public School District. George E.

Wilson Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. George E. Wilson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,957 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for George E. Wilson Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at George E. Wilson Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,432
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

George E. Wilson Elementary School — Students at George E. Wilson Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
55%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
21%
2024
Math
11.9%
ELA
21.8%
2025
Math
14%
ELA
23%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How George E. Wilson Elementary School Compares

See how George E. Wilson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
21th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

600 Park Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George E. Wilson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McGalliard Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robinson Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamilton West-Watson Hamilton 0.1 mi 3.2
Pace Charter School of Hamilton Hamilton Twp 0.6 mi 6.5
McGalliard Elementary School Hamilton 0.7 mi 6.8
Kisthardt Elementary School Hamilton 0.9 mi 5.0
TRENTON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Hamilton 1.2 mi 5.3
TRENTON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY-UPPER Hamilton 1.2 mi 5.3
DELAWARE VALLEY SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Hamilton 1.2 mi
Franklin Elementary School Trenton 1.1 mi 6.2
Lalor Elementary School Hamilton 1.1 mi 3.9
Kuser Elementary School Hamilton 1.4 mi 3.3
Grace A Dunn Middle School Trenton 1.1 mi 3.3
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Hamilton 1.4 mi 7.4
Robinson Elementary School Hamilton 1.4 mi 6.6
George Washington Elementary School Trenton 1.5 mi 3.3
William Harrison Elementary School Trenton 1.4 mi 5.0
Paul S. Robeson Elementary School Trenton 1.7 mi 3.6
Hedgepeth Williams Intermediate School Trenton 1.7 mi 4.1
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HAMILTON Hamilton 1.5 mi
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School Trenton 1.6 mi 5.5
Trenton Central High School - Main Campus Trenton 1.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,159

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

33,387

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George E. Wilson Elementary School

What grades does George E. Wilson Elementary School serve?

George E. Wilson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George E. Wilson Elementary School?

George E. Wilson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George E. Wilson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at George E. Wilson Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George E. Wilson Elementary School rank in NJ?

George E. Wilson Elementary School ranks #1,957 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is George E. Wilson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

George E. Wilson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 George E. Wilson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George E. Wilson Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George E. Wilson Elementary School a charter school?

No, George E. Wilson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George E. Wilson Elementary School a Title I school?

No, George E. Wilson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George E. Wilson Elementary School?

79.4% of students at George E. Wilson Elementary 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

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