Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hamilton Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Elementary Middle School's student population of 801 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
26 students
School Rankings
Hamilton Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Elementary Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#958 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
76%
32%
White
9%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Baltimore City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is ranked #958 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hamilton Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Elementary Middle School?
801 students attend Hamilton Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hamilton Elementary Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Elementary Middle School?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton Elementary Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Elementary Middle School part of?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Elementary Middle School located?
Hamilton Elementary Middle School is located in the Westfield neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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