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#2544 of 4,742 schools in NY
Hamilton School
Elementary School · MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
20 OAK ST, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,544 of 4,742
In Mount Vernon
#5 of 17
public schools
In district
#4 of 16
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Hamilton School
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About Hamilton School
Hamilton School is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, NY, part of MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hamilton School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,544 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hamilton School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hamilton School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Hamilton School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Hamilton 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
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Hamilton School — Students at Hamilton School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Hamilton School Compares
See how Hamilton School 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
20 OAK ST, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hamilton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NELSON MANDELA/DR HOSA ZOLLICOFFER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 16 WAKEFIELD Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| SCHOOL 30 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SARAH LAWRENCE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bronxville | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,903
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
40,072
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin, NY | 6.1 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 6.1 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.1 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York, NY | 6.1 |
| EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hamilton School
What grades does Hamilton School serve?
Hamilton School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hamilton School rank in NY?
Hamilton School ranks #2,544 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hamilton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hamilton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hamilton School a charter school?
No, Hamilton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hamilton School a Title I school?
No, Hamilton School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (914) 665-5050
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,813
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,486
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
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