Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Hamilton school district, encompassing approximately 141.4 square miles around Hamilton, MO, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 7.2 miles, reaching up to 10.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
270 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Hamilton R-II School District.
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