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5.8 avg / 10

Hamilton City School District

School District · Hamilton, Ohio

Students: 9,054
Teachers (FTE): 512

Avg Rating

5.8

out of 10

Schools

12

8 elem, 2 mid, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,968

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.7:1

How this district compares

Ohio rank

#475 of 613

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Ohio avg

Per-pupil spending

$13,968

$689 vs Ohio median

District size

9,054 students

Much larger than Ohio median

About Hamilton City

Hamilton City is a Hamilton, Ohio school district serving 12 schools. The district educates 9,054 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. The district invests $13,968 per student annually.

With an average rating of 5.8/10, Hamilton City demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Highland Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.

In standardized testing, Hamilton City students show an average math proficiency of 45.8% and ELA proficiency of 48.7%.

The district includes 8 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Hamilton City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 45.8%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.7%
School
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N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Hamilton City with test data.

District Details

State
Ohio
City
Hamilton
Total Enrollment
9,054
Teachers (FTE)
512
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Hamilton City?

Hamilton City has 12 schools in total — 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Hamilton City?

The average composite rating for Hamilton City is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Hamilton City?

Hamilton City spends $13,968 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hamilton City?

The average student-teacher ratio in Hamilton City is 17.7:1.

What is the top-rated school in Hamilton City?

Highland Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Hamilton City with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What are the test scores in Hamilton City?

Across schools in Hamilton City with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Hamilton City compare to other districts in Ohio?

Hamilton City has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Ohio by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
5.8/10
Math Proficiency
45.8%
ELA Proficiency
48.7%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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