Very Good
#669 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
Mercer Elementary School
Middle School · Mercer County Special Services School District
1020 Old Trenton Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 23 schools in Hamilton. Learn more
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#669 of 2,466
In Hamilton
#5 of 26
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Mercer County Special Services School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mercer Elementary School
Middle School in Hamilton · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mercer Elementary School
Mercer Elementary School is a public middle school in Hamilton, NJ, part of Mercer County Special Services School District. Mercer Elementary School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 53% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Mercer Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Mercer Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mercer Elementary School Compares
See how Mercer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1020 Old Trenton Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pond Road Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Robbinsville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Emily C. Reynolds Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Richard C Crockett Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Day School Hamilton | 0.1 mi | — |
| Mercer High School Hamilton | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Joseph F. Cappello School Hamilton | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy Trenton | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| University Heights Elementary School Hamilton | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SAGE DAY PRINCETON Hamilton Township | 1.1 mi | — |
| QUAKERBRIDGE EARLY LEARNING Hamilton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Morgan Elementary School Hamilton | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Sayen Elementary School Hamilton | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Windsor | 2.0 mi | — |
| Emily C. Reynolds Middle School Hamilton | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Langtree Elementary School Hamilton | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Mercerville Elementary School Hamilton | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Alexander Elementary School Hamilton | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Hamilton East - Steinert Hamilton | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Pond Road Middle School Robbinsville | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Robbinsville High School Robbinsville | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL West Windsor | 2.4 mi | — |
| Richard C Crockett Middle School Hamilton | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ethel Hoppock Middle School Asbury, NJ | 7.3 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL Short Hills, NJ | 7.2 |
| HAMILTON PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 7.0 |
| Discovery Charter School Newark, NJ | 6.9 |
| Renaissance Middle School at the Rand Building Montclair, NJ | 8.1 |
| Palmyra Middle School Palmyra, NJ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer Elementary School
What grades does Mercer Elementary School serve?
Mercer Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer Elementary School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mercer Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mercer Elementary School ranks #669 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mercer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mercer Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mercer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mercer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer Elementary School?
37.9% of students at Mercer 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (609) 570-1120
Resources & Links
District
Mercer County Special Services School District- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $107,061
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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