Serving 247 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 247 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.35, 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
#1851 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
78%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #1851 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hamilton High School often compared to?
Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldthwaite High School, Stars Accelerated High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
247 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hamilton High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton High School offer ?
Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Hamilton Independent School District.
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