ARTHUR M HAMILTON SCHOOL

Arthur M Hamilton School is a public elementary school that is part of the Murphy Elementary District (4265) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 215 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 9 teachers, Arthur M Hamilton School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Arthur M. Hamilton School, located on West Durango Street in Phoenix, is a primary educational institution operating under the Murphy Elementary School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the surrounding community, focusing on foundational academic growth and the development of essential social skills. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum aligned with state standards, the school aims to prepare its diverse student population for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Arthur M. Hamilton School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student well-being. The school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work collaboratively to support the holistic needs of each child. Through various school programs and resources, the institution promotes a culture of achievement and character building, aiming to serve as a cornerstone of stability and growth for the students and families of the Phoenix area.

For more information, contact Arthur M Hamilton School at (602) 353-5330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2020 W. Durango Street
Phoenix, AZ 85009
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ARTHUR M HAMILTON SCHOOL is a public school in Phoenix, AZ with about 215 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
215
Teachers:
9.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 215 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ARTHUR M HAMILTON SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 91% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
90.7%
Black or African American
5.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.3%
White
1.9%

Female
56.3%
Male
43.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.