For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,347 students in Hamilton, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, MI are Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School and Bentheim Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hamilton, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3472 Lincoln Rd
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5413
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5413
Gr: PK-4 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4845 136th Ave
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-4436
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-4436
Gr: 5-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Bentheim Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4057 38th St
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5335
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5335
Gr: PK-4 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Hamilton, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pioneer Technical High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4911 136th Ave
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5185
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5185
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, MI include Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School and Bentheim Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hamilton?
3 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), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Hamilton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Hamilton include: Hamilton Elementary School vs. Bentheim Elementary School, Bentheim Elementary School vs. Hamilton Elementary School
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