For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,108 students in Hamilton, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL are Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hamilton, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
784 10th Ave Sw
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Grades: PK-4
| 656 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Military St S
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Grades: 5-8
| 452 students
Hamilton, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Marion County Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
188 Winchester Dr
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hamilton, AL include Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hamilton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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