Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Moline, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We, the HamFam Wildcats, are here to support one another and grow a community of lifelong learners. We will accomplish this by working through challenges, building relationships, and encouraging differences.
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1538 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #1538 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
560 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
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