Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamilton Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamilton Avenue School's student population of 298 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Avenue School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
54%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Avenue School's ranking?
Hamilton Avenue School is ranked #482 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hamilton Avenue School often compared to?
Hamilton Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Lebanon School, Glenville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Avenue School?
298 students attend Hamilton Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hamilton Avenue School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Avenue School?
Hamilton Avenue School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamilton Avenue School offer ?
Hamilton Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Avenue School part of?
Hamilton Avenue School is part of Greenwich School District.
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