Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton School's student population of 454 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton School ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton School's ranking?
Hamilton School is ranked #21 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hamilton School often compared to?
Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishing Cove El. School, Forest Park El. School, Stony Lane El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hamilton School?
454 students attend Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hamilton School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton School offer ?
Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hamilton School part of?
Hamilton School is part of North Kingstown School District.
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