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#430 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 41% in state

Lake Hamilton Interm. School

Elementary School · LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

132 WOLF ST, Pearcy, AR 71964

Enrollment

608

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#430 of 1,036

In Pearcy

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Hamilton Interm. School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Pearcy · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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6.8/10

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About Lake Hamilton Interm. School

Lake Hamilton Interm. School is a public elementary school in Pearcy, AR, part of LAKE HAMILTON SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Hamilton Interm.

School serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Hamilton Interm. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Hamilton Interm. School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.2% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+16.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,273
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Lake Hamilton Interm. School — Students at Lake Hamilton Interm. School score 50% 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

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.3% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.0% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 34 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
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
52.2%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Lake Hamilton Interm. School Compares

See how Lake Hamilton Interm. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in AR
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

132 WOLF ST, Pearcy, AR 71964

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Hamilton Interm. School 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, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Bismarck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCH (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 MIDDLE SCHOOL Pearcy 0.1 mi 5.8
LAKE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCH Pearcy 0.3 mi 6.8
LAKE HAMILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Pearcy 0.3 mi 4.5
LAKE HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Pearcy 0.4 mi 5.7
LAKE HAMILTON JR. HIGH SCHOOL Pearcy 0.4 mi 5.9
HOT SPRINGS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hot Springs 6.2 mi
MOUNTAIN PINE HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Pine 9.2 mi 5.2
BISMARCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck 9.2 mi 7.6
BISMARCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 9.3 mi 7.2
BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck 9.3 mi 7.2
MOUNTAIN PINE ELEM. SCHOOL Mountain Pine 9.3 mi 5.7
PARK MAGNET AN IB PYP WORLD CLASS SCHOOL Hot Springs 8.4 mi 6.6
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
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 10.5 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
LAKE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCH Pearcy, AR 6.8
LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Hamilton Interm. School

What grades does Lake Hamilton Interm. School serve?

Lake Hamilton Interm. School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Hamilton Interm. School?

Lake Hamilton Interm. School has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Hamilton Interm. School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Hamilton Interm. School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Hamilton Interm. School rank in AR?

Lake Hamilton Interm. School ranks #430 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Lake Hamilton Interm. School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Hamilton Interm. School 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 Interm. School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Hamilton Interm. School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Hamilton Interm. School a charter school?

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

Is Lake Hamilton Interm. School a Title I school?

No, Lake Hamilton Interm. School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Hamilton Interm. School?

70.9% of students at Lake Hamilton Interm. School 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Garland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

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

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