Serving 1,474 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Middle serves the northern part of Cypress, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 1,474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #878 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
1,474 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 18:1, 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 Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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