Hamilton High School

2596 W Road North
Hamilton, KS 66853
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 40 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥50% (Top 1% in KS)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Hamilton High School's student population of 40 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

School Rankings

Hamilton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#651 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21-39%
29%
21-39%
32%
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
(20-21)
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #651 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 86%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
40 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hamilton High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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