Serving 707 students in grades 5-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hamilton, MI, encompassing approximately 128.5 square miles and typically allowing for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.3 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 707 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Great Things Happen Here!
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#525 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #525 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otsego Middle School, Plainwell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
707 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of Hamilton Community Schools.
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