Below Average
#2205 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Hamilton East - Steinert
High School · Hamilton Township Public School District
2900 KLOCKNER ROAD, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Enrollment
1,454
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,454
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,205 of 2,466
In Hamilton
#21 of 26
public schools
In district
#18 of 23
Hamilton Township Public School District
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Hamilton East - Steinert
High School in Hamilton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hamilton East - Steinert
Hamilton East - Steinert is a public high school in Hamilton, NJ, part of Hamilton Township Public School District. Hamilton East - Steinert serves approximately 1,454 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton East - Steinert has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,205 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hamilton East - Steinert show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- NJ avg 5.8
Score Breakdown
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Hamilton East - Steinert — Students at Hamilton East - Steinert score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.1/10.
How Hamilton East - Steinert Compares
See how Hamilton East - Steinert 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
2900 KLOCKNER ROAD, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hamilton East - Steinert may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mercer High School (rated 5.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08690 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,665
Median Home Value
$362,700
Median Rent
$1,561/mo
Population
18,996
College Educated
45.4%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
48.1
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| Maple Shade High School Maple Shade, NJ | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hamilton East - Steinert
What grades does Hamilton East - Steinert serve?
Hamilton East - Steinert serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hamilton East - Steinert?
Hamilton East - Steinert has an enrollment of approximately 1,454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton East - Steinert?
The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton East - Steinert is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hamilton East - Steinert rank in NJ?
Hamilton East - Steinert ranks #2,205 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hamilton East - Steinert's MySchoolScout rating?
Hamilton East - Steinert has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Hamilton East - Steinert?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton East - Steinert has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hamilton East - Steinert a charter school?
No, Hamilton East - Steinert is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hamilton East - Steinert a Title I school?
No, Hamilton East - Steinert is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hamilton East - Steinert?
30.1% of students at Hamilton East - Steinert 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 107
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (609) 631-4150
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 12,377
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,432
- District Rank
- #18 of 23
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