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#1751 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Hampton Borough School
Elementary School · Hampton Borough School District · Hampton, NJ
An elementary school in Hampton, NJ where students score 8 points below what's typical for similar communities.
32 41 SOUTH STREET, Hampton, NJ 08827
- Math 44% vs NJ 47% (2025)
- Reading 48% vs NJ 50% (2025)
- 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Hampton Borough School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 21 points since 2021, reaching 46% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 44% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 50% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
25.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Hampton Borough School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 34Car-Dependent
- Bike 27Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$128,589
Median home value
$428,600
Median rent
$1,223/mo
College educated
49%
Homeownership
86.9%
Poverty rate
5.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08827; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas B. Conley Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | PK–5 | 2.5 mi | 228 | Compare → |
| High Bridge Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.8 | PK–4 | 4.0 mi | 210 | Compare → |
| Taylor Street Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.1 | PK–1 | 4.0 mi | 227 | Compare → |
| Washington Memorial Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | 2–6 | 4.1 mi | 345 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Hampton Borough School District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $33,689NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 6.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Hampton Borough School is listed in Hampton Borough School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Hampton Borough School
Hampton Borough School is a public elementary school in Hampton, NJ, part of Hampton Borough School District, serving approximately 111 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,751 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Hampton Borough School
What grades does Hampton Borough School serve?
Hampton Borough School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hampton Borough School?
Hampton Borough School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hampton Borough School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hampton Borough School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hampton Borough School rank in NJ?
Hampton Borough School ranks #1,751 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hampton Borough School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hampton Borough School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Hampton Borough School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hampton Borough School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hampton Borough School a charter school?
No, Hampton Borough School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hampton Borough School a Title I school?
No, Hampton Borough School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hampton Borough School?
25.2% of students at Hampton Borough 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hunterdon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (908) 537-4101
- Area population (ZIP 08827)
- 4,139
- Area average commute
- 35.8 min
- Area median age
- 44.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08827; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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