G.w. Hamilton Elementary School serves 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 90% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
173 students
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
42%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
41%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend G.w. Hamilton Elementary School?
173 students attend G.w. Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of G.w. Hamilton Elementary School students are Black, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G.w. Hamilton Elementary School?
G.w. Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does G.w. Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
G.w. Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is G.w. Hamilton Elementary School part of?
G.w. Hamilton Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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