Serving 710 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton Heights High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Heights High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Arcadia, IN, encompassing approximately 112.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hamilton Heights High School's student population of 710 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
Campus Size
250 acres
School Rankings
Hamilton Heights High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Heights High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Brown, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Heights High School's ranking?
Hamilton Heights High School is ranked #782 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hamilton Heights High School often compared to?
Hamilton Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan High School, Fishers High School, Carmel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton Heights High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Hamilton Heights High School?
710 students attend Hamilton Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hamilton Heights High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Heights High School?
Hamilton Heights High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hamilton Heights High School offer ?
Hamilton Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Heights High School part of?
Hamilton Heights High School is part of Hamilton Heights School Corp School District.
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