Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamlin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hamlin Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1836
School Rankings
Hamlin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamlin Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlin Elementary School's ranking?
Hamlin Elementary School is ranked #325 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hamlin Elementary School often compared to?
Hamlin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hamlin Elementary School?
476 students attend Hamlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hamlin Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamlin Elementary School?
Hamlin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamlin Elementary School offer ?
Hamlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamlin Elementary School part of?
Hamlin Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
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