Serving 837 students in grades 3-5, Hackler Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hackler Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Mountain Home school district, encompassing approximately 350 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackler Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hackler Intermediate School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hackler Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackler Intermediate School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackler Intermediate School's ranking?
Hackler Intermediate School is ranked #178 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hackler Intermediate School?
837 students attend Hackler Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hackler Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hackler Intermediate School?
Hackler Intermediate School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hackler Intermediate School offer ?
Hackler Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hackler Intermediate School part of?
Hackler Intermediate School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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