Hamilton Union High School is a public high school located at 620 Canal Street in Hamilton City, California. It serves grades nine through twelve. Until recently, it was the only school in its district.
Serving 293 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamilton High School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1917
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4336 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian Brave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton High School's ranking?
Hamilton High School is ranked #4336 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hamilton High School often compared to?
Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orland High School, Willows High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hamilton High School?
293 students attend Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hamilton High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 14% 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 Hamilton High School?
Hamilton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hamilton High School offer ?
Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hamilton High School part of?
Hamilton High School is part of Hamilton Unified School District.
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