Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
82%
34%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
220 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
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