For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,101 students in Hamilton, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL are Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hamilton, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
784 10th Ave Sw
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Gr: PK-4 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Military St S
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Gr: 5-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL include Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hamilton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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