Serving 790 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 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Middle serves the west part of Madison, WI, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 790 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
790 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
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)22.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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?
790 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, 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
5 10/10/2025
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.
3 10/10/2025
ITS SO NICE, HAS GREAT FUNDING AND WAY MORE DIVERISITY THEN MY SCHOOL IF I LIVED IN MADISON I WOULD GO HERE 1000%
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