Serving 315 students in grades 7-12, South Hamilton Middle And High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hamilton Middle And High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Hamilton Middle And High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
South Hamilton Middle And High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hamilton Middle And High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hamilton Middle And High School's ranking?
South Hamilton Middle And High School is ranked #127 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hamilton Middle And High School?
The graduation rate of South Hamilton Middle And High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Hamilton Middle And High School?
315 students attend South Hamilton Middle And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Hamilton Middle And High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hamilton Middle And High School?
South Hamilton Middle And High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hamilton Middle And High School offer ?
South Hamilton Middle And High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Hamilton Middle And High School part of?
South Hamilton Middle And High School is part of South Hamilton Community School District.
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