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#6581 of 9,539 schools in CA
Hamilton Elementary
Elementary School · Hanford Elementary · Hanford, CA
A Hanford Elementary elementary school where students score 5 points above what's typical for similar communities.
PO Box 1067, Hanford, CA 93232
- Math 28% vs CA 38% (2024)
- Reading 36% vs CA 45% (2024)
- 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Hamilton Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 7 points since 2020, reaching 32% in 2024.
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 34% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 40% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
85.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Hamilton Elementary sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 13Car-Dependent
- Transit 13Minimal Transit
- Bike 33Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High1,668/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Washington ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.8 | K–6 | 0.8 mi | 487 | Compare → |
| Kings County Special EducationEnrollment path unverified | 3.4 | K–12 | 0.9 mi | 341 | Compare → |
| Lee Richmond ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | K–6 | 0.9 mi | 412 | Compare → |
| Monroe ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.6 | K–6 | 1.4 mi | 621 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Hanford Elementary
- Schools in district
- 12
- Rank in district
- #10 of 11
- District spending per student
- $16,020NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 19.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Hamilton Elementary is listed in Hanford Elementary; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Hamilton Elementary
Hamilton Elementary is a public elementary school in Hanford, CA, part of Hanford Elementary, serving approximately 444 students in grades Kindergarten-6th with a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,581 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Hamilton Elementary
What grades does Hamilton Elementary serve?
Hamilton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary?
Hamilton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hamilton Elementary rank in CA?
Hamilton Elementary ranks #6,581 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hamilton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hamilton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hamilton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hamilton Elementary a charter school?
No, Hamilton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hamilton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hamilton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hamilton Elementary?
85.6% of students at Hamilton Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (559) 585-3820
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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