Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Patton J. Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patton J. Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Patton J. Hill Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patton J. Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patton J. Hill Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2120 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
75%
34%
Black
23%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton J. Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is ranked #2120 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
542 students attend Patton J. Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Patton J. Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patton J. Hill Elementary School?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patton J. Hill Elementary School offer ?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Patton J. Hill Elementary School part of?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Patton J. Hill Elementary School located?
Patton J. Hill Elementary School is located in the Wilbur neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilbur.
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