Serving 493 students in grades 7-12, Alexander Hamilton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexander Hamilton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Elmsford school district, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton High School's student population of 493 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3185 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
The Red Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton High School's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton High School is ranked #3185 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton High School?
493 students attend Alexander Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Alexander Hamilton High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton High School?
Alexander Hamilton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton High School offer ?
Alexander Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alexander Hamilton High School part of?
Alexander Hamilton High School is part of Elmsford Union Free School District.
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