Serving 477 students in grades 7-12, Alexander Hamilton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Hamilton High School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Hamilton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Hamilton High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2410 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
22%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Hamilton High School's ranking?
Alexander Hamilton High School is ranked #2410 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Alexander Hamilton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alexander Hamilton High School?
477 students attend Alexander Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Alexander Hamilton High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Hamilton High School?
Alexander Hamilton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Hamilton High School offer ?
Alexander Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander Hamilton High School part of?
Alexander Hamilton High School is part of Elmsford Union Free School District.
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