Summary
Hamilton Middle in Houston, TX, is a mid-sized public school serving 911 students in grades 6-8 within the Houston Independent School District (Isd), where nearly 80% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. This school is on a strong upward trajectory, recently climbing from the 52nd percentile statewide to the 69th percentile, and it stands out for its exceptional advanced math program: an impressive 95.65% of students taking Algebra I scored proficient or above, far surpassing the district and state averages by over 38 points. Hamilton also excels at supporting its economically disadvantaged students, ranking in the 82nd percentile for this group, and boasts a very low dropout rate of 0.7%, compared to the district average of 3.8%.
However, Hamilton presents a mixed picture in math. While its top students thrive in Algebra I, only 16.5% of 7th graders were proficient in standard math, well below the state average of 29.41%, suggesting a need to strengthen the general math curriculum. The school’s 8th graders consistently outperform district and state averages in both reading and math, with 66.19% proficient in reading and 69.97% in math. Nearby, Hogg Middle (just 1.23 miles away) ranks in the 91st percentile and outperforms Hamilton in most subjects, while Black Middle (74th percentile) is a strong competitor. Hamilton clearly outpaces schools like Williams Middle (50th percentile) and Key Middle (34th percentile).
One area for growth is Gifted and Talented programming, where Hamilton ranks only in the 40th percentile, a decline from previous years. This suggests that while the school effectively supports students who need extra help, its enrichment for high-achieving students (outside of the Algebra I track) may need improvement. Overall, Hamilton is a school on the rise with a positive culture, strong advanced math outcomes, and a proven ability to close achievement gaps, making it a compelling option for families in the area.
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