Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dry Creek Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
362 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Port Angeles School District.
School Reviews
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2015 Washington Achievement Award high Progress.2017 WSASCD Washington State Whole Child Award.2018 National ASCD Vision in Action: The Whole Child Award.2019-2020 Title I, Part A national ESEA Distinguished School Award: Exceptional Student Performance and Academic Growth for Two or More Consecutive Years.2020 National Blue Ribbon School: Exemplary High Performing School.
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