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Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

Elementary School · Wayne-Westland Community School District

1031 SOUTH SCHUMAN ST, Westland, MI 48186

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,990 of 3,192

In Westland

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#7 of 16

Wayne-Westland Community School District

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Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Westland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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3.3/10

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About Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westland, MI, part of Wayne-Westland Community School District. Alexander Hamilton Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander Hamilton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,990 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Alexander Hamilton Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.6
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Alexander Hamilton Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,351
Chronic Absenteeism57.7%

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School — Students at Alexander Hamilton Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
25.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Alexander Hamilton Elementary School Compares

See how Alexander Hamilton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
6th percentile in MI
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.7%

Location

1031 SOUTH SCHUMAN ST, Westland, MI 48186

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alexander Hamilton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Elementary 12 Campus (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is American International Academy Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westland, see our Westland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Adams Middle School Westland 0.6 mi 3.1
Wildwood Elementary School Westland 0.8 mi 3.3
Farmington 56 Campus Garden City 1.0 mi 6.8
Wayne Memorial High School Wayne 1.1 mi 5.1
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland 1.2 mi 5.2
Garden City Middle School Garden City 1.5 mi 6.1
Eugene B Elliott Elem School Westland 1.3 mi 3.1
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Wayne 2.0 mi 3.8
John Glenn High School Westland 1.6 mi 5.7
TaftGalloway Elementary School Wayne 1.9 mi 2.8
American International Academy Elementary Westland 1.6 mi 6.2
Thomas A Edison Elem School Westland 2.1 mi 3.2
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School Westland 1.8 mi 2.9
WayneWestland Innovative Academy Wayne 2.3 mi 3.5
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus Garden City 2.0 mi 7.7
RooseveltMcGrath Elem School Wayne 2.6 mi 2.9
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WESTLAND Westland 2.9 mi 7.0
Tipton Academy 48 Garden City 2.3 mi 5.0
Romulus Elementary School Romulus 2.9 mi 3.5
American International Academy High SchoolMiddle Schooll Inkster 2.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,203

Median Home Value

$167,600

Median Rent

$1,083/mo

Population

35,791

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

37.4

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North Saginaw Charter Academy Saginaw, MI 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

What grades does Alexander Hamilton Elementary School serve?

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alexander Hamilton Elementary School rank in MI?

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School ranks #2,990 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Alexander Hamilton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alexander Hamilton Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alexander Hamilton Elementary School a charter school?

No, Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alexander Hamilton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Alexander Hamilton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alexander Hamilton Elementary School?

73.9% of students at Alexander Hamilton Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.7%

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