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Very Good

#509 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Hamilton Primary School

Elementary School · Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Hamilton Lane PO Box 6030, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#509 of 2,466

In Bridgewater

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hamilton Primary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Bridgewater · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hamilton Primary School

Hamilton Primary School is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, NJ, part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Hamilton Primary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hamilton Primary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,937
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Hamilton Primary School — Students at Hamilton Primary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
70.2%
ELA
68.7%
2025
Math
74.7%
ELA
67.9%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Hamilton Primary School Compares

See how Hamilton Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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

Hamilton Lane PO Box 6030, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hamilton Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Corner School (rated 9.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Liberty Corner), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bedminster Township Public School (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bedminster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Holten Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTINS SCHOOL Bridgewater 0.9 mi
Hillside Intermediate School Bridgewater 1.0 mi 8.1
Mount Prospect Elementary School Basking Ridge 1.4 mi 8.2
BLAUSTEIN EARLY CHILDHOOD Bridgewater 1.9 mi
THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge 1.9 mi 7.7
Crim Primary School Bridgewater 2.1 mi 8.6
SOMERSET HILLS LEARNING INSTITUTE Bedminster 2.0 mi
Eisenhower Intermediate School Bridgewater 2.4 mi 6.9
THE PRESCHOOL PLACE AND KINDERGARTEN AT TEMPLE SHO Bridgewater 2.8 mi 5.2
CHILDREN'S CORNER AT BRIDGEWATER UMC Bridgewater 2.7 mi
Liberty Corner School Liberty Corner 2.6 mi 9.6
Bridgewater-Raritan High School Bridgewater 3.2 mi 6.2
Bedminster Township Public School Bedminster 3.2 mi 9.4
Somerset County Vocational Technical High School Bridgewater 3.4 mi 7.1
Van Holten Primary School Bridgewater 3.1 mi 8.8
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 3.9 mi 7.4
LITTLE FRIENDS OF JESUS NURSERY SCHOOL Martinsville 3.4 mi
BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner 3.2 mi 7.8
Somerville High School Somerville 4.1 mi 5.6
FAR HILLS COUNTRY SCHOOL Far Hills 4.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$165,983

Median Home Value

$562,400

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

38,438

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hamilton Primary School

What grades does Hamilton Primary School serve?

Hamilton Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Hamilton Primary School?

Hamilton Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Primary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hamilton Primary School rank in NJ?

Hamilton Primary School ranks #509 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hamilton Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hamilton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton Primary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hamilton Primary School a charter school?

No, Hamilton Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hamilton Primary School a Title I school?

No, Hamilton Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hamilton Primary School?

3.6% of students at Hamilton Primary 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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