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#1178 of 1,786 schools in TN
Hamilton School
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1478 Wilson ST, Memphis, TN 38106
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,178 of 1,786
In Memphis
#83 of 199
public schools
In district
#86 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Hamilton School
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hamilton School
Hamilton School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Hamilton School serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,178 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Hamilton School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
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.
57% 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 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 9 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Hamilton School Compares
See how Hamilton School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1478 Wilson ST, Memphis, TN 38106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hamilton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memphis Delta Preparatory (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton High Memphis | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis College Preparatory Memphis | 0.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Rozelle Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Soulsville Charter School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| The Excel Center Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Bellevue Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis | 1.9 mi | — |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis | 1.9 mi | — |
| Central High Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,818
Median Home Value
$66,400
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
21,827
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
41.5%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Copper Ridge Elementary Powell, TN | 5.7 |
| Kenwood Elementary Clarksville, TN | 5.7 |
| Liberty Elementary Clarksville, TN | 5.7 |
| Niota Elementary Niota, TN | 5.7 |
| Rockford Elementary Rockford, TN | 5.7 |
| Ruby Major Elementary Hermitage, TN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hamilton School
What grades does Hamilton School serve?
Hamilton School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hamilton School?
Hamilton School has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hamilton School rank in TN?
Hamilton School ranks #1,178 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Hamilton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hamilton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hamilton School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (901) 416-7832
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #86 of 202
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