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Hamilton Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 156 students

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5 stars

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2013:
Based on 1 rating
2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted January 31, 2013

The attention to each child and their needs at Hamilton is fantastic! The teachers are very easy to get in touch with and responsive as is the principal. Teacher turnover is very low with the exception being when the school was split with another school and many teachers had to leave. The main detraction would be that class size still remains large in some of the classes that only have one per grade. There are lots of after school activities that allow all of the parents and children to get involved, many of them being traditions that the children look forward to attending every year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 16, 2011

HES is a good school but the small school size does not equal small class sizes and we would not say it is a great school. The small school atmosphere can be wonderful...if you know the "right" people or live in the "right" Hamilton neighborhoods. If you don't, don't expect to feel welcomed or included at HES. Parents are very involved and are expected to be involved. If you are unable to volunteer due to work or family commitments, you may find that you and your children aren't well accepted. HES prides itself on being a "family school." We have found it to be quite a disfunctional family. We have had a much better experience in larger schools and have had it with the constant kissing up at HES. Also, the principal moves on about every 2 years as do many of the teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 13, 2010

The new principal is doing a wonderful job and we are so pleased with the teachers and staff. There is an incredible amount of enthusiasm, professionalism, Panther Pride and student academic support within the school community. Parental involvement is continually encouraged and welcomed. Like a big family at a small school, we are immensely proud and lucky to have our children attend Hamilton Elementary. One major reason we chose to move here was for this school. We made the right choice.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
92%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
96%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
100%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
100%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
98%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students96%
Female students100%
Male students94%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant96%

History and Social Science

All Students89%
Female students100%
Male students82%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students90%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English89%
Not migrant89%

Math

All Students81%
Female students91%
Male students75%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students84%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English81%
Not migrant81%

Science

All Students96%
Female students100%
Male students94%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant96%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students95%
Female studentsn/a
Male students93%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students81%
Female studentsn/a
Male students71%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students78%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English81%
Not migrant81%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students89%
Female students82%
Male students94%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English89%
Not migrant89%

English: Writing

All Students89%
Female students91%
Male students88%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English89%
Not migrant89%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students82%
Female students73%
Male students88%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students77%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities83%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English82%
Not migrant82%

Science

All Students96%
Female students100%
Male students94%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant96%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 84% 57%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 6%
Black 6% 26%
Hispanic 4% 9%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 6%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 22N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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54 South Kerr St
Hamilton, VA 20158
Phone: (540) 751-2570

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