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#2030 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Patton J. Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Trenton Public School District
1010 EAST STATE STREET, Trenton, NJ 08609
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,030 of 2,466
In Trenton
#10 of 32
public schools
In district
#4 of 25
Trenton Public School District
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Patton J. Hill Elementary School
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About Patton J. Hill Elementary School
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Patton J.
Hill Elementary School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Patton J. Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,030 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Patton J. Hill Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Patton J. Hill Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Patton J. Hill Elementary School — Students at Patton J. Hill Elementary School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Patton J. Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Patton J. Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1010 EAST STATE STREET, Trenton, NJ 08609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Patton J. Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is International Charter School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenwood Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,932
Median Home Value
$96,700
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
13,000
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
30.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patton J. Hill Elementary School
What grades does Patton J. Hill Elementary School serve?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Patton J. Hill Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Patton J. Hill Elementary School rank in NJ?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School ranks #2,030 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Patton J. Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Patton J. Hill Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Patton J. Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Patton J. Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Patton J. Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Patton J. Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
64.6% of students at Patton J. Hill 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (609) 656-4980
Resources & Links
District
Trenton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 15,459
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,662
- District Rank
- #4 of 25
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