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#1731 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Mercer High School
High School · Mercer County Special Services School District
1030 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
184
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,731 of 2,466
In Hamilton
#17 of 26
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Mercer County Special Services School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mercer High School
Mercer High School is a public high school in Hamilton, NJ, part of Mercer County Special Services School District. Mercer High School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,731 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Mercer High 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Mercer High 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
46.2%
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 High School Compares
See how Mercer High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1030 Old Trenton Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Robbinsville High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Robbinsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino (rated 5.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Trenton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy (rated 5.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Trenton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden, NJ | 5.6 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY Newfield, NJ | 5.6 |
| Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden, NJ | 5.5 |
| MESIVTA KEREN ORAH Lakewood, NJ | 5.5 |
| MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
| Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer High School
What grades does Mercer High School serve?
Mercer High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mercer High School?
Mercer High School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer High School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mercer High School rank in NJ?
Mercer High School ranks #1,731 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mercer High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mercer High School a charter school?
No, Mercer High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer High School a Title I school?
No, Mercer High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer High School?
46.2% of students at Mercer High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (609) 588-8454
Resources & Links
District
Mercer County Special Services School District- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $107,061
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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