Serving 742 students in grades 5-8, Hamilton Heights Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Heights Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Arcadia, IN, encompassing approximately 112.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 6.9 miles and the furthest edge located 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Heights Middle School's student population of 742 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Heights Middle 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 Middle School is 0.13, 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
#540 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Heights Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Heights Middle School is ranked #540 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hamilton Heights Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tipton Middle School, Lapel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Heights Middle School?
742 students attend Hamilton Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hamilton Heights Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Heights Middle School?
Hamilton Heights Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hamilton Heights Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Heights Middle School part of?
Hamilton Heights Middle School is part of Hamilton Heights School Corp School District.
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