For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 375 students in Hamilton, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, IN are Hamilton Community Elementary School and Hamilton Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hamilton, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Community Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
903 S Wayne St
Hamilton, IN 46742
(260) 488-2161
Hamilton, IN 46742
(260) 488-2161
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Community High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
903 S Wayne St
Hamilton, IN 46742
(260) 488-2161
Hamilton, IN 46742
(260) 488-2161
Gr: 6-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, IN include Hamilton Community Elementary School and Hamilton Community High School.
How many public schools are located in Hamilton?
2 public schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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