For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 384 students in Hamilton, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Hamilton, IL is Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hamilton, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1830 Broadway St
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Gr: PK-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Hamilton, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
270 N 10th St
Hamilton, IL 62341
(217) 847-3314
Hamilton, IL 62341
(217) 847-3314
Gr: 7-8 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, IL include Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hamilton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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