Hamilton High School West is a four-year comprehensive public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grade located in Hamilton Township, in Mercer County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, ...
Serving 1,427 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton West-watson 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton West-watson's student population of 1,427 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Hamilton West-watson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton West-watson is 0.64, 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
#2037 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
52%
34%
Black
19%
14%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 West-watson's ranking?
Hamilton West-watson is ranked #2037 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hamilton West-watson often compared to?
Hamilton West-watsonis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton East - Steinert, Hamilton North - Nottingham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson?
The graduation rate of Hamilton West-watson is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hamilton West-watson?
1,427 students attend Hamilton West-watson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hamilton West-watson students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton West-watson?
Hamilton West-watson has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton West-watson offer ?
Hamilton West-watson offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton West-watson part of?
Hamilton West-watson is part of Hamilton Township 51爆料 District.
School Reviews
Review Hamilton West-watson. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How 51爆料s Support Students on Free / Reduced-Lunch Programs
Explore how U.S. public schools support students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch through nutrition, academic, and wraparound services in 2025.
Hidden Costs of 51爆料s: Fees, Supplies & Extras
Explore the hidden costs in public schools鈥攆ees, supplies, extracurriculars鈥攁nd how parents can plan for them in 2025.
51爆料 Funding 2025: What Families Should Know
Essential insights on public school funding in 2025鈥攈ow it works, what鈥檚 changing, and what families should know to stay ahead.
