Hamilton County Schools & Education
Hamilton County, Kansas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
81/100
Higher = better
Rating
High Performing
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,654
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,009
School Score
81/100
Higher = better
State avg 61/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#14
of 105 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Hamilton County
School Verdict
Hamilton County is a high-performing district with a school score of 81/100 and a graduation rate of 95.0%, reflecting strong academic outcomes.
Funding Context
Hamilton County spends $8,654 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Hamilton County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 32% above the Kansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 6.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Hamilton County, Kansas
Streamlined Schooling in Hamilton County
Hamilton County operates two schools under a single district, serving 549 students. The system is designed for efficiency with one elementary school and one junior/senior high school serving the entire region.
Top-Tier Graduation Performance
The county boasts an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,654 supports a school score of 59.7, which is above the state median.
Syracuse District Leads the Way
The Syracuse school district manages all 549 students in the county with no charter alternatives. This single-district model provides a unified educational path from PK through grade 12.
Large Rural Schools in Syracuse
Both schools are rural, but they maintain healthy enrollments with an average of 275 students. Syracuse Elementary is the larger of the two with 316 students, while Syracuse High serves 233 students.
Exceptional Graduation Rates in Syracuse
Hamilton County's 95.0% graduation rate is a major draw for families seeking academic success. Residential options in Syracuse put you within minutes of these high-performing rural schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Hamilton County
Total Enrollment
549
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Hamilton County
Syracuse
2 Public Schools in Hamilton County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse Elem | Syracuse | PK–6 | Primary | 316 |
| Syracuse High | Syracuse | 7–12 | High | 233 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,654
State avg $9,009
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Hamilton County, Kansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Hamilton County, Kansas?
Hamilton County operates two schools under a single district, serving 549 students. The system is designed for efficiency with one elementary school and one junior/senior high school serving the entire region.
How do schools in Hamilton County perform academically?
The county boasts an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,654 supports a school score of 59.7, which is above the state median.
What are the major school districts in Hamilton County, Kansas?
The Syracuse school district manages all 549 students in the county with no charter alternatives. This single-district model provides a unified educational path from PK through grade 12.
What is the school experience like in Hamilton County?
Both schools are rural, but they maintain healthy enrollments with an average of 275 students. Syracuse Elementary is the larger of the two with 316 students, while Syracuse High serves 233 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Hamilton County, Kansas?
Hamilton County's 95.0% graduation rate is a major draw for families seeking academic success. Residential options in Syracuse put you within minutes of these high-performing rural schools.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.