Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton School's student population of 447 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hamilton School ranks within the top 10% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton School's ranking?
Hamilton School is ranked #26 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hamilton School often compared to?
Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishing Cove El. School, Forest Park El. School, Stony Lane El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton School?
447 students attend Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hamilton School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton School offer ?
Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton School part of?
Hamilton School is part of North Kingstown School District.
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