In 1922, the land for Hamilton Elementary School (11.43 acres) was purchased from A.B.C. Whitaker and Howard Rogers and the first school building was built. It was constructed of stucco finished wood and had four classrooms. Coats were hung in the hall and the bathrooms were located in the basement. Two of the classrooms were joined with folding doors that were opened to provide auditorium space. One of the rooms had a raised stage. The other had a chimney in the corner and was located directly over the coal cellar and furnace.

Hamilton's first attempt at a hot lunch program came in 1943. Due to the efforts of loyal patrons, the basement of the school was improved, painted and furnished so that a "very acceptable" cafeteria could be in full operation. Parents brought in hot soup or hot chocolate to supplement packed lunches. Aunt Betty Mitchell prepared hot lunches for the students. The four classroom teachers were responsible for preparing monthly menus.