Serving 41 students in grades 7-12, Hamilton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hamilton, KS, covering approximately 212.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school lasting 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 18.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 41 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Start Here...Succeed Anywhere
School Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #826 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Hamilton High School often compared to?
Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eureka Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
41 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hamilton High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton High School offer ?
Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Hamilton School District.
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