Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Community Elementary School serves the entire district of Hamilton, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 85.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 8.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Community Elementary School's student population of 192 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Small Town, Small School, Big Dreams!
School Rankings
Hamilton Community Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Community Elementary School is 0.08, which is less 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
#854 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Community Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Community Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Community Elementary School?
192 students attend Hamilton Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hamilton Community Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Community Elementary School?
Hamilton Community Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hamilton Community Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Community Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Community Elementary School is part of Hamilton Community Schools.
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