Hamilton Central School, located on West Kendrick Avenue, Hamilton, New York was established in 1946. It educates students in kindergarten through grade 12, with an average class size of 45 and a teacher to student ratio of 1:10.
Serving 298 students in grades 6-12, Hamilton Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Junior-senior High School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Hamilton Junior-senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Junior-senior High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Hamilton Junior-senior High School is ranked #673 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton Junior-senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hamilton Junior-senior High School?
298 students attend Hamilton Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hamilton Junior-senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Junior-senior High School?
Hamilton Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamilton Junior-senior High School offer ?
Hamilton Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Junior-senior High School part of?
Hamilton Junior-senior High School is part of Hamilton Central School District.
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