Serving 708 students in grades 8-9, Lake Hamilton Jr. 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 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hamilton Jr. 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 Jr. High School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton Jr. 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 Jr. High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
77%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hamilton Jr. High School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton Jr. 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 Jr. High School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton Jr. 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 Jr. High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Hamilton Jr. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lake Hamilton Jr. High School?
708 students attend Lake Hamilton Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lake Hamilton Jr. High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hamilton Jr. High School?
Lake Hamilton Jr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Hamilton Jr. High School offer ?
Lake Hamilton Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Hamilton Jr. High School part of?
Lake Hamilton Jr. High School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
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