Hamilton High School is a public high school in Chandler, Arizona, United States. It is Arizona's largest high school and the 64th largest in the nation, with approximately 4,000 students.
Serving 3,444 students in grades 8-12, Hamilton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton High School serves the west part of Chandler, AZ, covering an area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 3,444 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 169 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
169 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Huskies
School Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
24%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
38%
33%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
77.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Maroon, Silver
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #173 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Hamilton High School often compared to?
Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chandler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
3,444 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hamilton High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton High School offer ?
Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
In what neighborhood is Hamilton High School located?
Hamilton High School is located in the Fox Crossing neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Fox Crossing.
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