Serving 1,562 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 1,562 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #271 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Hamilton High School often compared to?
Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 98%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
1,562 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hamilton High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton High School offer ?
Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Hamilton School District.
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