Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Elementary serves the northern part of Port Angeles, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.5 miles and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Hawk Heroes, Help Themselves and Others to Learn!
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dry Creek Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
338 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Port Angeles School District.
School Reviews
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2015 Washington Achievement Award high Progress.2017 WSASCD Washington State Whole Child Award.2018 National ASCD Vision in Action: The Whole Child Award.2019-2020 Title I, Part A national ESEA Distinguished School Award: Exceptional Student Performance and Academic Growth for Two or More Consecutive Years.2020 National Blue Ribbon School: Exemplary High Performing School.
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