Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Elementary serves the northeast part of Hanford, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
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 0.33, 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
#4982 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2021. View full 15-year historical data
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 #4982 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
418 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hamilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% 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 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-6
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Hanford Elementary School District.
School Calendar
View the Hamilton Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break:
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would love this school. My son has been there since kindergarten and is now going into 3rd grade. The staff is wonderful and the teachers are excellent and will really work with the students as well as the parents! The quality of the academics is wonderful. I couldn't ask for a better school. What they do lack is parent involvement with the PTC community. It'll really help if the parents became more involved.
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