Best Schools in Mountain Home, Arkansas
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mountain Home by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pinkston Middle School
Middle · Mountain Home School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountain Home Career Academies
High · Mountain Home School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hackler Intermediate School
Elementary · Mountain Home School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mountain Home for 2026 are Pinkston Middle School (7.4/10), Mountain Home Career Academies (6.8/10), and Hackler Intermediate School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$167,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$167,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mountain Home
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinkston Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Mountain Home Career Academies | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Hackler Intermediate School | 6.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $48,096
- Median home value
- $167,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mountain Home compares
Arkansas rank
#46 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$48k
87% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Mountain Home, Arkansas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Mountain Home show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mountain Home is Pinkston Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mountain Home is served by 1 school district: MOUNTAIN HOME SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,839 students.
Mountain Home's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,096. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 531 students · 1st–2nd | 7.2 |
| 2 | 869 students · 3rd–5th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 284 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 564 students · 6th–7th | 7.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,517 students · 8th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 74 students · 6th–12th | — |
Schools in Mountain Home
Mountain Home, Arkansas · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,096
Median Home Value
$167,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
28,906
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Mountain Home has a median household income of $48,096. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,100, with a median rent of $865/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mountain Home, Arkansas
How many schools are in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
Mountain Home has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mountain Home is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Mountain Home on MySchoolScout is Pinkston Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mountain Home on MySchoolScout is Hackler Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Mountain Home on MySchoolScout is Pinkston Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Mountain Home on MySchoolScout is Mountain Home Career Academies with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Mountain Home, Arkansas?
Mountain Home is served by 1 school district: Mountain Home School District.
What is the education level in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Mountain Home have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The median household income in Mountain Home is approximately $48,096 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mountain Home is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mountain Home, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.