Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hamilton school district, covering an area of approximately 520.8 square miles in Hamilton, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.7 miles, extending up to 19.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton J High School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton J High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1978 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton J High School's ranking?
Hamilton J High School is ranked #1978 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hamilton J High School?
194 students attend Hamilton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hamilton J High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton J High School?
Hamilton J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton J High School offer ?
Hamilton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hamilton J High School part of?
Hamilton J High School is part of Hamilton Independent School District.
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