Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hamburg 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamburg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamburg School's student population of 246 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Learners Today.... Leaders Tomorrow"
School Rankings
Hamburg School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamburg School is 0.47, 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
#956 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
70%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamburg School's ranking?
Hamburg School is ranked #956 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hamburg School often compared to?
Hamburg Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardyston Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hamburg School?
246 students attend Hamburg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hamburg School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamburg School?
Hamburg School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamburg School offer ?
Hamburg School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamburg School part of?
Hamburg School is part of Hamburg School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamburg School located?
Hamburg School is located in the McAfee neighborhood of Hamburg, NJ.
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