For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 589 students in Hamilton, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Hamilton, IL are Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hamilton, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1830 Broadway St
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Grades: PK-8
| 419 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Keokuk St
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Hamilton, IL 62341
(866) 332-3880
Grades: 9-12
| 170 students
Hamilton, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
270 N 10th St
Hamilton, IL 62341
(217) 847-3314
Hamilton, IL 62341
(217) 847-3314
Grades: 7-8
| 103 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hamilton, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Hamilton, IL include Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton High School.
How many public schools are located in Hamilton?
2 public schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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