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Mercerville Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton Township Public School District

60 REGINA AVENUE, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Enrollment

343

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,695 of 2,466

In Hamilton

#16 of 26

public schools

In district

#14 of 23

Hamilton Township Public School District

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Mercerville Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Hamilton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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6.3/10

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About Mercerville Elementary School

Mercerville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamilton, NJ, part of Hamilton Township Public School District. Mercerville Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercerville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,695 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mercerville Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,432
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Mercerville Elementary School — Students at Mercerville Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
36.3%
ELA
51.5%
2025
Math
38.4%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Mercerville Elementary School Compares

See how Mercerville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
31th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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

60 REGINA AVENUE, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mercerville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morgan Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Klockner Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph F. Cappello School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Morgan Elementary School Hamilton 0.6 mi 8.1
Langtree Elementary School Hamilton 1.1 mi 6.3
Sayen Elementary School Hamilton 1.1 mi 6.5
Klockner Elementary School Hamilton 1.1 mi 7.6
Hamilton North - Nottingham Hamilton 1.2 mi 4.0
SAGE DAY PRINCETON Hamilton Township 1.7 mi
University Heights Elementary School Hamilton 1.6 mi 5.7
Emily C. Reynolds Middle School Hamilton 1.9 mi 5.8
Mercer Elementary School Hamilton 1.9 mi 7.5
QUAKERBRIDGE EARLY LEARNING Hamilton 2.2 mi
Hamilton East - Steinert Hamilton 2.1 mi 4.4
Regional Day School Hamilton 1.9 mi
Greenwood Elementary School Hamilton 1.9 mi 6.0
Mercer High School Hamilton 2.0 mi 5.6
TRENTON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY-UPPER Hamilton 2.0 mi 5.3
TRENTON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Hamilton 2.0 mi 5.3
Albert E Grice Middle School Hamilton 2.4 mi 6.8
Joseph F. Cappello School Hamilton 2.0 mi 7.4
MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton 2.0 mi 5.4
Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy Trenton 2.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,922

Median Home Value

$320,800

Median Rent

$1,712/mo

Population

23,512

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mercerville Elementary School

What grades does Mercerville Elementary School serve?

Mercerville Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mercerville Elementary School?

Mercerville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercerville Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mercerville Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mercerville Elementary School rank in NJ?

Mercerville Elementary School ranks #1,695 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mercerville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mercerville Elementary 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.

What are the test scores at Mercerville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercerville Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mercerville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mercerville Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mercerville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercerville Elementary School?

38.2% of students at Mercerville 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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