Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School is 0.52, 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
#452 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School's ranking?
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School is ranked #452 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School often compared to?
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph Talbot, Wessagusset by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School?
351 students attend Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School?
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School offer ?
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School part of?
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School is part of Weymouth School District.
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