For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 630 students in Hamilton, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, MO are Penney High School, New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hamilton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penney High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
903 N Davis
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2136
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
New York Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6061 Ne State Rte U
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Gr: PK-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7650 Nw Harley Road
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
903 N Davis
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2173
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2173
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Hamilton, MO include Penney High School, New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hamilton?
4 public schools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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