Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hamilton Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hamilton Academy's student population of 321 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Academy's ranking?
Hamilton Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hamilton Academy often compared to?
Hamilton Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Long Elementary School, Alexander Hamilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Academy?
321 students attend Hamilton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hamilton Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Academy?
Hamilton Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton Academy offer ?
Hamilton Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Academy part of?
Hamilton Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Academy located?
Hamilton Academy is located in the Chandler Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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