Serving 636 students in grades 8-9, Lake Hamilton Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Hamilton Jr. High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pearcy, AR, encompassing approximately 168.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hamilton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hamilton Junior High School's student population of 636 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hamilton Junior High School is 0.42, 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
#279 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
6%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hamilton Junior High School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton Junior High School is ranked #279 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lake Hamilton Junior High School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, Lakeside Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Hamilton Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Hamilton Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lake Hamilton Junior High School?
636 students attend Lake Hamilton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Hamilton Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Hamilton Junior High School?
Lake Hamilton Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Hamilton Junior High School offer ?
Lake Hamilton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Hamilton Junior High School part of?
Lake Hamilton Junior High School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
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