Below Average
#7684 of 9,539 schools in CA
Joe Hamilton Elementary
Elementary School · Del Norte County Unified
1050 E St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,684 of 9,539
In Crescent City
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Del Norte County Unified
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Joe Hamilton Elementary
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About Joe Hamilton Elementary
Joe Hamilton Elementary is a public elementary school in Crescent City, CA, part of Del Norte County Unified. Joe Hamilton Elementary serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Joe Hamilton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,684 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joe Hamilton Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Joe Hamilton Elementary runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
50% of students at Joe Hamilton Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joe Hamilton Elementary — Students at Joe Hamilton Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Joe Hamilton Elementary Compares
See how Joe Hamilton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1050 E St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joe Hamilton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Gasquet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smith River Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Smith River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Dick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Crescent City, see our Crescent City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crescent Elk Middle Crescent City | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Castle Rock Crescent City | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Del Norte High Crescent City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunset High Crescent City | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 8.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 12.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 15.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 14.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Azalea Middle School Brookings | 21.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School Brookings | 21.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings | 21.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookings | 25.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orick Elementary Orick | 33.3 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 33.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,817
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
22,491
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.4
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| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joe Hamilton Elementary
What grades does Joe Hamilton Elementary serve?
Joe Hamilton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joe Hamilton Elementary?
Joe Hamilton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joe Hamilton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Joe Hamilton Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joe Hamilton Elementary rank in CA?
Joe Hamilton Elementary ranks #7,684 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joe Hamilton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Joe Hamilton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Joe Hamilton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joe Hamilton Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joe Hamilton Elementary a charter school?
No, Joe Hamilton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joe Hamilton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Joe Hamilton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joe Hamilton Elementary?
83.9% of students at Joe 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Del Norte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (707) 464-0330
Resources & Links
District
Del Norte County Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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