Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton International Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton International Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton International Middle School's student population of 928 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton International Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton International Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
60%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton International Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton International Middle School is ranked #115 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamilton International Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eckstein Middle School, Mcclure Middle School, Whitman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton International Middle School?
928 students attend Hamilton International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hamilton International Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton International Middle School?
Hamilton International Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamilton International Middle School offer ?
Hamilton International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hamilton International Middle School part of?
Hamilton International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton International Middle School located?
Hamilton International Middle School is located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wallingford.
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