Serving 477 students in grades 7-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Columbus, OH, covering approximately 19.4 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edges located up to 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Ranger • Every Reason • Every Day
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1875 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rangers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #1875 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
477 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of Hamilton Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Middle School located?
Hamilton Middle School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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