Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hamilton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hamilton School's student population of 313 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3152 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
46%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton School's ranking?
Hamilton School is ranked #3152 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hamilton School often compared to?
Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecil H Parker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hamilton School?
313 students attend Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hamilton School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton School offer ?
Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton School part of?
Hamilton School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton School located?
Hamilton School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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