Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arthur M Hamilton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur M Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arthur M Hamilton School's student population of 230 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur M Hamilton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur M Hamilton School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1925 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
47%
Black
22%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur M Hamilton School's ranking?
Arthur M Hamilton School is ranked #1925 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Arthur M Hamilton School often compared to?
Arthur M Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack L Kuban Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arthur M Hamilton School?
230 students attend Arthur M Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Arthur M Hamilton School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur M Hamilton School?
Arthur M Hamilton School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arthur M Hamilton School offer ?
Arthur M Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arthur M Hamilton School part of?
Arthur M Hamilton School is part of Murphy Elementary District (4265) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur M Hamilton School located?
Arthur M Hamilton School is located in the Central City South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City South.
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