Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado 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 Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 700 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing the Whole Child, Every Child
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1353 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
49%
36%
Black
16%
5%
White
23%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #1353 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slavens K-8 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 33% CO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
700 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hamilton Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Middle School located?
Hamilton Middle School is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
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