The Trenton Psychiatric Hospital is a state run mental hospital located in Trenton and Ewing, New Jersey. It previously operated under the name New Jersey State Hospital at Trenton and originally as the New Jersey State Lunatic Asylum.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(21-22)n/a
32%
Black
(21-22)100%
15%
White
(21-22)n/a
40%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
3%
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
How many students attend Trenton Psychiatric Hospital?
2 students attend Trenton Psychiatric Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Trenton Psychiatric Hospital students are Black.
What grades does Trenton Psychiatric Hospital offer ?
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trenton Psychiatric Hospital part of?
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital is part of Office Of Education Department Of Children And Families School District.
In what neighborhood is Trenton Psychiatric Hospital located?
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital is located in the Hiltonia neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Hiltonia.
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