Government primary school (Prep–6), 248 students, co-ed, Hamilton QLD.
NAPLAN in line with national year-level averages and growth above the national median; the result is a B+ overall.
Hamilton State School is also known as HSS Hamilton.
Hamilton State School draws students from the Hamilton SS.
Hamilton State School has an overall SchoolRank score of 60.2/100, rated "Good". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades B (Average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1050 (68th percentile; the national average is 1,000). Notably, student growth grades A− (Excellent).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Hamilton State School, Year 3 students averaged 383 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 520, above the national average of 490 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Hamilton State School is a small government primary school with approximately 248 students. It offers education for years Prep-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Hamilton State School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities. The school grades B (Average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Hamilton State School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. This is above the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 31% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 90%, which is good.
Hamilton State School is located in Hamilton, QLD, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1050 (68th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.