Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #81 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Harbor Middle School, Badger Rock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
768 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Middle School located?
Hamilton Middle School is located in the University Hill Farms neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in University Hill Farms.
School Reviews
3 4/29/2022
ITS SO NICE, HAS GREAT FUNDING AND WAY MORE DIVERISITY THEN MY SCHOOL IF I LIVED IN MADISON I WOULD GO HERE 1000%
5 3/27/2020
I love Hamilton; I went here when I was a middle schooler. It has such a great environment, and every teacher was so loving and kind.
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