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#194 of 535 private schools in NJ

Top 36% of private schools

Hamilton Park Montessori School

Elementary School

1 MCWILLIAMS PL, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Jersey City. Learn more

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

3.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Jersey City

#9 of 18

public schools

New Jersey elementary schools

#75 of 273

About Hamilton Park Montessori School

Hamilton Park Montessori School is a charming elementary school located in the heart of Jersey City, New Jersey. Serving preschool through kindergarten students, this small yet vibrant institution offers an intimate learning environment with just 42 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 3.4:1. The school's dedicated team of teachers provides personalized attention to each child’s unique needs.

While Hamilton Park Montessori School has not provided recent test score data, the community values its focus on early childhood education and the nurturing atmosphere it offers young learners. With a MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranking in the top 65th percentile among New Jersey schools, there is room for academic growth and development within this supportive educational setting. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, Hamilton Park Montessori School benefits from its urban location, offering students opportunities to engage with diverse communities and resources available in Jersey City.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 42 students, Hamilton Park Montessori School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 3.4:1, Hamilton Park Montessori School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Hamilton Park Montessori School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$165,935
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$170,115
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.03x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
95%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$19.9M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 42 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hamilton Park Montessori School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Jersey City, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.4:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
608
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 23.8% vs 0%
Black 16.7% vs 0%
Hamilton Park Montessori School Jersey City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Hamilton Park Montessori School (this school) 6.8
Rafael Cordero y Molina 7.2
Dr. Michael Conti School 5.9
Frank R Conwell School 6.3
Jotham W. Wakeman School 8.5
Cornelia F. Bradford School 7.2
BelovED Community Charter School 5.1
Patricia M. Noonan School PS #26 4.5
Charles E. Trefurt School 5.4
Martin Luther King Jr. School 4.4
Jersey City Golden Door Charter School 6.9
Regional Day School 7.3
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School 7.1
Mahatma K. Gandhi School 6.3
Christa McAuliffe School 7.0
Julia A. Barnes School 4.6
Joseph H. Brensinger School 8.2
Nicolaus Copernicus School 5.9
The Ethical Community Charter School 3.3
Learning Community Charter School 7.3
Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School 4.2

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Jersey City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Enrollment 42
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 59.5%
Hispanic 23.8%
Black 16.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1 MCWILLIAMS PL, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hamilton Park Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON MONTESSORI (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hoboken Dual Language Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rafael Cordero y Molina (rated 7.2/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Jersey City 0.0 mi 6.4
Rafael Cordero y Molina Jersey City 0.0 mi 7.2
HAMILTON PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL Jersey City 0.2 mi 6.9
Explore Middle School Jersey City 0.2 mi 9.4
Dr Ronald McNair High School Jersey City 0.2 mi 8.3
THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Jersey City 0.3 mi 6.5
VIAQUENTI ACADEMY Jersey City 0.5 mi
WORLD OF ABC THE WALDO SCHOOL Jersey City 0.5 mi 6.6
Dr. Michael Conti School Jersey City 0.5 mi 5.9
William L Dickinson High School Jersey City 0.6 mi 4.1
Frank R Conwell School Jersey City 0.7 mi 6.3
FIRST CHRISTIAN PENTECOSTAL ACADEMY Jersey City 0.7 mi 5.9
James J Ferris High School Jersey City 0.6 mi 5.0
OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA Jersey City 0.8 mi 6.4
Middle School # 4 Jersey City 0.7 mi 7.5
HUDSON MONTESSORI Jersey City 0.8 mi 7.8
ST PETERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jersey City 0.8 mi 5.4
Cornelia F. Bradford School Jersey City 0.9 mi 7.2
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jersey City 0.7 mi 6.3
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken 0.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,854

Median Home Value

$853,700

Median Rent

$2,960/mo

Population

55,448

College Educated

80%

Homeownership

24.3%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

34.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Hamilton Park Montessori School has a median household income of $166,854. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $853,700, with a median rent of $2,960/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Freehold, NJ 6.8
CHERRY BLOSSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flagtown, NJ 6.7
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor, NJ 6.7
ACORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lebanon, NJ 6.9
Bruce Street School Newark, NJ 6.9
CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn, NJ 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hamilton Park Montessori School

What grades does Hamilton Park Montessori School serve?

Hamilton Park Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Hamilton Park Montessori School?

Hamilton Park Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Park Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Park Montessori School is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hamilton Park Montessori School rank in NJ?

Hamilton Park Montessori School is ranked #194 out of 535 private schools in NJ.

What is Hamilton Park Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hamilton Park Montessori School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hamilton Park Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Hamilton Park Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hamilton Park Montessori School a religious school?

No, Hamilton Park Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,593/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Jersey City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large City
County
HUDSON
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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