Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hamilton Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Primary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Primary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Primary School's ranking?
Hamilton Primary School is ranked #244 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hamilton Primary School often compared to?
Hamilton Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crim Primary School, Van Holten Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Primary School?
471 students attend Hamilton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hamilton Primary School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Primary School?
Hamilton Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton Primary School offer ?
Hamilton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Primary School part of?
Hamilton Primary School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Primary School located?
Hamilton Primary School is located in the Basking Ridge neighborhood of Bridgewater, NJ.
School Reviews
5 2/3/2014
Nice school, much better than private ones. They have AI classes (academically independent for gifted and talented children) and, therefore, they have a lot of smart students. Principal is very open-minded, ready to take an extra step to make this place better.
5 1/24/2014
It's a great school lot of fun friends teachers they're all friendly just when you're in 4th grade like me you just want to go to Hillside intermediate school
5 9/26/2013
The school is great, they have AI (Academically Independent) classes and many families buy houses in Bridgewater because of this. However, I have to say that there is a lack of youth clubs, extracurricular activities and competitions/olympiads comparing to other schools in the area. If your kid is above average and you want him/her to take part of any science/math/English competition, you have to take care of it by yourself. Just spoke to a few parents and they agree with me. It's a pity because there are some great students in Hamilton who should proudly represent their school but they don't have this opportunity (for example the Hamilton Academically Independent student won the 2013 International Math Competition).
Nice teachers, great kids but if you would like your child to learn more than the state requires him/her to learn and have an opportunity to take part in the competitions, find a better school.
5 5/21/2012
I graduated from Hamilton Primary School in 1997. At the time, Hamilton hosted Grades K-3 (just before I entered Kindergarten, it hosted K-4...as of 2011, it hosts K-4 yet again), and was very strong academically. The students, teachers, administrators, and parents cared a great deal about maintaining a positive academic environment. As a teacher now, I can only hope Hamilton still has that reputation, and if it does - I would recommend it strongly to both prospective students and teachers alike.
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