Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hamilton Heights Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Heights Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chambersburg Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hamilton Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Heights Elementary School?
553 students attend Hamilton Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hamilton Heights Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Heights Elementary School?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton Heights Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Heights Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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