Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George E. Wilson 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George E. Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George E. Wilson Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
A Quality Education for Every Student
School Rankings
George E. Wilson Elementary School 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 George E. Wilson Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2010 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
72%
35%
Black
18%
14%
White
4%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George E. Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
George E. Wilson Elementary School is ranked #2010 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are George E. Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
George E. Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kisthardt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend George E. Wilson Elementary School?
545 students attend George E. Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of George E. Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George E. Wilson Elementary School?
George E. Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George E. Wilson Elementary School offer ?
George E. Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George E. Wilson Elementary School part of?
George E. Wilson Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
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