Serving 633 students in grades 6-7, Lake Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Hamilton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pearcy, AR, encompassing approximately 168.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hamilton Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hamilton Middle School is 0.45, 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
#420 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton Middle School is ranked #420 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lake Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Hot Springs Junior Academy, Fountain Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lake Hamilton Middle School?
633 students attend Lake Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lake Hamilton Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Hamilton Middle School?
Lake Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Lake Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Hamilton Middle School part of?
Lake Hamilton Middle School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
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