Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morgan Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#668 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
27%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
56%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Morgan Elementary School?
275 students attend Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Morgan Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morgan Elementary School?
Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morgan Elementary School part of?
Morgan Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Morgan Elementary School located?
Morgan Elementary School is located in the Mercerville Hamilton Square neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Mercerville Hamilton Square.
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