Hamilton Elementary School ranked #117 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #194 in 2022 and #408 in 2021, placing it in the top 20% of public schools in the state.
Math proficiency was 62% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 65%, higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 50% to 54%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly increased from 634 students in 2022 to 656 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 22% and 408 students (62%) eligible for free lunch, indicating a substantial economically disadvantaged population.
The school served grades Pre–K through 4 with 656 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 in 2023, supporting focused instruction in this Union County NJ high school.
Over recent years, Hamilton Elementary's student–teacher ratio has ranged mostly from 14:1 to 16:1, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch has risen from 40% in 2007 to 62% in 2023, reflecting growing socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 638 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
5%
31%
White
76%
50%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
638 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Marion County School District.
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