Hamilton Middle School

139 E 20th St
Houston, TX 77008
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 911 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 911 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hamilton Middle School's student population of 911 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
911 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers

School Rankings

Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#2816 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
44%
58%
51%
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
(22-23)
12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #2816 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
911 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hamilton Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Middle School located?
Hamilton Middle School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
a good school with great courses and great staff.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - axyl del hierro

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 911 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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