Hamilton High School serves 4,116 students in grades 8-12.
Hamilton High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 4,116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 4,116 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 173 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
4,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
173 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
23%
46%
Black
7%
6%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #438 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
4,116 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hamilton High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 24:1, 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
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
July 19, 2023 (Wednesday)
Grading Period Ends - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
September 29, 2023 (Friday)
First Day Back for Students
October 17, 2023 (Tuesday)
Grading Period Ends - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
December 21, 2023 (Thursday)
First Day Back for Students
January 09, 2024 (Tuesday)
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