Serving 837 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hamilton Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary Middle School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#980 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
78%
33%
White
8%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is ranked #980 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary Middle School?
837 students attend Hamilton Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hamilton Elementary Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary Middle School?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary Middle School part of?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Elementary Middle School located?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is located in the Westfield neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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