South Hamilton Comm School District

District Overview
Located at 315 Division Street in Jewell, Iowa, the South Hamilton Community School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a distant rural community. Encompassing two operational facilities, the district provides a comprehensive educational environment that spans from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. As a non-charter district centered on local community values, South Hamilton offers a seamless educational pathway for families in central Iowa, supporting young learners from their early childhood years all the way to high school graduation.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves an overall student population of 670 students, maintaining consistent enrollment numbers across all primary and secondary grade levels. To foster academic growth and institutional support, South Hamilton maintains a sizable workforce of over 190 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes nearly 98 dedicated teachers, 17 instructional aides, and more than 76 support personnel who collectively ensure a well-rounded instructional environment and smooth operational structure. Families, prospective students, and researchers seeking further information can connect with the district through its web portal at shhawks.net.
2
Total Schools
670
Total Students
97.6
Full-Time Teachers
6.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Hamilton Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White588
Hispanic59
Black1
Asian1
Two or More20
American Indian1
  • White
    588 (87.8%)
  • Hispanic
    59 (8.8%)
  • Two or More
    20 (3.0%)
  • Black
    1 (0.1%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in South Hamilton Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:2
Students:670*
Teachers (FTE):97.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.9
Schools in South Hamilton Comm School District
Found 2 Schools