Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alexander Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexander Hamilton Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lake Station, IN, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1154 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
35%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?
200 students attend Alexander Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alexander Hamilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is part of Lake Station Community Schools.
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