HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hamilton El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lancaster SD school district, located in Lancaster, PA with about 454 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Hamilton El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Hamilton Elementary School is a public school located in the School District of Lancaster, situated on Wabank Road in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. As part of an urban district serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for children in grades K–5. The institution is characterized by its commitment to academic growth, character development, and fostering a supportive community environment for its students, many of whom come from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Beyond standard academic instruction, Hamilton Elementary emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and student engagement. The school actively works to meet the unique needs of its learners through structured curriculum and supportive programming, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school. By maintaining strong ties with local families and utilizing the resources of the Lancaster community, the school strives to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere that prioritizes both educational achievement and social-emotional well-being.

For more information, contact Hamilton El Sch at (717) 291-6166 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1300 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603-6849
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HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lancaster, PA with about 454 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lancaster SD
Total Students:
454
Teachers:
28.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 454 students

Hispanic/Latino
66.3%
Black or African American
12.1%
White
9.9%
Two or more races
6.4%
Asian
5.3%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

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.