School Overview
Hamilton High School, located in the Honey Creek neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a comprehensive public high school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation through a variety of academic paths, including college-preparatory coursework and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The school aims to foster an inclusive environment that encourages student involvement in both academics and extracurricular activities, including a wide array of athletics, clubs, and performing arts programs.

Beyond its core curriculum, Hamilton High is perhaps best recognized for its unique focus on specialized programs, such as its robust Project Lead The Way (PLTW) engineering curriculum and its emphasis on health sciences. By partnering with local community organizations and businesses, the school strives to provide students with real-world experiences that align with modern workforce demands. As a cornerstone of the 53220 area, Hamilton High remains committed to the MPS mission of ensuring that every student is challenged, supported, and prepared for success in post-secondary education and beyond.
1,472
Total Students
99.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hamilton High
Demographic Student Count
White130
Hispanic657
Black436
Asian171
Two or More58
American Indian18
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    657 (44.7%)
  • Black
    436 (29.6%)
  • Asian
    171 (11.6%)
  • White
    130 (8.8%)
  • Two or More
    58 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    18 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Milwaukee School District
Phone: (414)327-9300
Website: http://www.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,472
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 99.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,157
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 454
Grade 10 414
Grade 11 317
Grade 12 286
Not Specified 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hamilton High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9454
Grade 10414
Grade 11317
Grade 12286
Not Specified1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hamilton High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71148.3%
Male76051.6%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)