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Hamilton Elementary School (Ranked Top 5% for 2026) - Troy, MI

Hamilton Elementary School

5625 Northfield Pkwy
Troy, MI 48098
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#31 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
78%
35%
81%
45%
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Asian
42%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
43%
63%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary School?
460 students attend Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary School?
Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Elementary School is part of Troy School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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