Serving 620 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 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- 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 620 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
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 0.41, 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
#420 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
5%
19%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 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 Cobra Digital Prep Academy 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?
620 students attend Lake Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lake Hamilton Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
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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