Lake Hamilton High School is a public secondary school for grades 10 through 12 located in Pearcy, Arkansas, located near Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine. LHHS supports more than 900 students with more than 50 educators.
Serving 936 students in grades 10-12, Lake Hamilton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Hamilton High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pearcy, AR, encompassing approximately 168.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging around 7 miles and reaching up to 13.9 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Hamilton High School's student population of 936 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
936 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
Showing 2014–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
One Pack. One Purpose. Our Students’ Success!
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hamilton High School is 0.40, 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
#611 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hamilton High School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton High School is ranked #611 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lake Hamilton High School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Hamilton High School is 84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Lake Hamilton High School?
936 students attend Lake Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lake Hamilton High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lake Hamilton High School offer ?
Lake Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Hamilton High School part of?
Lake Hamilton High School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
If your child is an athlete and you prefer homogeneous groups and narrow-minded adults, then this is the school for you!
4 10/10/2025
This school is not perfect but nor are any others. The majority of the children are open minded to all different backgrounds and differences. I have 5 so I have been through each school, never have I not had issues that came up not resolved quickly and with good discussion.
5 10/10/2025
I Am so glad I went to this school I couldn't have picked a better to attend, the sports are great. Everyone is pretty nice you don't need to be in a sport to be known everyone had their own group and there is stuff for everything up to stuff like sports teams and farming or constructing I think this is one of the best schools in the whole state and this is the place to be if you want good teachers and good sports programs.
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