Hamilton School serves 382 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 37% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)37%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
84%
14%
White
6%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton School?
382 students attend Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hamilton School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton School offer ?
Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hamilton School part of?
Hamilton School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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