Alexander Hamilton High School, also known as just Hamilton High School is a public high school in the Castle Heights neighborhood within the Westside of Los Angeles, California, United States. It is in the Los Angeles Unified School District. It was established in 1931.
Serving 2,107 students in grades 9-12, Alexander Hamilton Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School's student population of 2,107 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1931
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton Senior High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5299 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
25%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton Senior High School's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School is ranked #5299 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alexander Hamilton Senior High School often compared to?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheviot Hills Continuation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton Senior High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton Senior High School?
2,107 students attend Alexander Hamilton Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alexander Hamilton Senior High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton Senior High School?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton Senior High School offer ?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alexander Hamilton Senior High School part of?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alexander Hamilton Senior High School located?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School is located in the Castle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Castle Heights.
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It's a really great school with great programs and opportunities for students.
4 4/16/2018
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