For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,677 students in Hamilton, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Hamilton, VA are Kenneth W.culbert Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School and Harmony Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hamilton, VA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kenneth W.culbert Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38180 West Colonial Highway
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2540
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2540
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
54 S Kerr St
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2570
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2570
Grades: PK-5
| 164 students
Rank: #33.
Harmony Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38174 W. Colonial Highway
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2500
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 751-2500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,083 students
Hamilton, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
38174 West Colonial Hwy
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 338-0800
Hamilton, VA 20158
(540) 338-0800
Grades: 8-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hamilton, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Hamilton, VA include Kenneth W.culbert Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School and Harmony Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hamilton?
3 public schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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