Hamilton High School

Hamilton High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4911 136th Ave,  Hamilton, MI
Hamilton Community Schools
4.0
1.9
808 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Ben Bandfield
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
92%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
44
Full Time Teachers
44
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
600
Average ACT
27
Math
27
English
27
Reading
27
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
97.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
275:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.9%
Female
46.1%
White
88.6%
Hispanic
6.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#17 Best Magnet HS in Michigan
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Grand Valley State University 155 Students
Michigan State University 137 Students
Western Michigan University 106 Students
Ferris State University 99 Students
Calvin University 87 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 71 Students
Hope College 70 Students
Grand Rapids Community College 61 Students
Central Michigan University 59 Students
Cornerstone University 48 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 52 Students
Business 43 Students
Psychology 33 Students
Marketing 27 Students
Elementary Education 25 Students
Biology 19 Students
Education 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Engineering 15 Students
Dental Hygiene 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 110 Reviews
2.0 Alum
6/22/2024
low diversity school it is a small farm town so the culture is not the nicest or one to stray from traditional beliefs.
5.0 Senior
6/28/2023
Hamilton is a great school offering versatile curriculums for your specialized interests. For example, Hamilton offers many AP courses to help students get college credit. There's also an abundance of electives.
5.0 Senior
11/29/2022
I like how there's always someone to help me when I need it, but I would appreciate some better communication ahead of time (when grades are due, etc.).
GreatSchools Reviews
1.9 26 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/17/2022
The Hamilton staff is about the best I have ever seen in the area. They care about the students, they are well prepared, and they will do whatever it takes to take the kids to the next level!
4.0 other
5/28/2021
For a school dumped into between a bunch of cornfields in a tiny town, it's not bad. Considering most everyone around here is white, straight, Christian, and conservative, this school makes sure to welcome and accept those who aren't any of those things, which is very refreshing. When I was a freshm...
1.0 parent
9/17/2020
Hamilton is not the great little school with conservative morals and values anymore. Our administration and school board do not stand up for our kids nor do they stand for ethics and values in education. The curriculum that is approved by the administration and school board contains inappropriate co...
1.0 parent
8/28/2019
After having a chance to reflect on my families time at Hamilton Schools, the thing that bothers me the most is the opportunities that were lost. Hamilton needs to provide a SAFE environment for kids to learn. By SAFE, I mean a place that allows each student to learn in a way that works for them.Whe...

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Hamilton High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Hamilton, MI and is served by the Hamilton Community Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 808 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Hamilton High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 27. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pioneer Tech High School, Hamilton Virtual School, Hamilton Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Hamilton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hamilton High School.

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