Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Elementary serves the southeastern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
Campus Size
7 acres
School Motto
HEROES ARE THE FUTURE
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4892 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #4892 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
406 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hamilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Elementary School located?
Hamilton Elementary School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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