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#429 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 41% in state

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch

Elementary School · LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

240 WOLF ST, Pearcy, AR 71964

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.8

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#429 of 1,036

In Pearcy

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch

6.8/10

Elementary School in Pearcy · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lake Hamilton High School

5.7/10

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5.9/10

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About Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch is a public elementary school in Pearcy, AR, part of LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • AR avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,273
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch — Students at Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.8% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.0% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 31 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
53%
ELA
33%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch Compares

See how Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in AR
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

240 WOLF ST, Pearcy, AR 71964

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Hot Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISMARCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Bismarck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKE HAMILTON INTERM. SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pearcy, see our Pearcy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKE HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Pearcy 0.1 mi 5.7
LAKE HAMILTON JR. HIGH SCHOOL Pearcy 0.1 mi 5.9
LAKE HAMILTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Pearcy 0.2 mi 5.8
LAKE HAMILTON INTERM. SCHOOL Pearcy 0.3 mi 6.8
LAKE HAMILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Pearcy 0.3 mi 4.5
HOT SPRINGS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hot Springs 6.3 mi
BISMARCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck 9.0 mi 7.6
BISMARCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 9.0 mi 7.2
BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck 9.1 mi 7.2
MOUNTAIN PINE HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Pine 9.4 mi 5.2
MOUNTAIN PINE ELEM. SCHOOL Mountain Pine 9.5 mi 5.7
MAIN STREET VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS MAGNET SCHOOL Hot Springs 8.4 mi 3.9
HOT SPRINGS JUNIOR ACADEMY Hot Springs 8.4 mi 6.1
PARK MAGNET AN IB PYP WORLD CLASS SCHOOL Hot Springs 8.5 mi 6.6
HOT SPRINGS WORLD CLASS HIGH SCHOOL Hot Springs 8.4 mi 7.3
OAKLAWN STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Hot Springs 8.9 mi 4.2
ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hot Springs 9.5 mi 8.3
ST LUKE' S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Hot Springs 10.2 mi
LANGSTON ELEMENTARY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY MAGNET SCHOOL Hot Springs 10.6 mi 3.8
EWING ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Bonnerdale 11.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71964 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,550

Median Home Value

$165,900

Median Rent

$1,421/mo

Population

4,891

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

91.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

48.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHARLESTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Charleston, AR 6.8
ELGIN B MILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Ozark, AR 6.8
ESTEM EAST VILLAGE ELEMENTARY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Little Rock, AR 6.8
EUPER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR 6.8
GENTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Gentry, AR 6.8
LAKE HAMILTON INTERM. SCHOOL Pearcy, AR 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch

What grades does Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch serve?

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch?

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch rank in AR?

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch ranks #429 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch a charter school?

No, Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch a Title I school?

No, Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch?

72.5% of students at Lake Hamilton Elementary Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Garland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,054
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,273
District Rank
#1 of 6

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