Serving 626 students in grades 4-5, Lake Hamilton Interm. School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hamilton Interm. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hamilton Interm. School's student population of 626 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton Interm. School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hamilton Interm. School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
5%
19%
White
74%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hamilton Interm. School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton Interm. School is ranked #192 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lake Hamilton Interm. School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton Interm. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lake Hamilton Interm. School?
626 students attend Lake Hamilton Interm. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lake Hamilton Interm. School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hamilton Interm. School?
Lake Hamilton Interm. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Hamilton Interm. School offer ?
Lake Hamilton Interm. School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Lake Hamilton Interm. School part of?
Lake Hamilton Interm. School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
School Reviews
Review Lake Hamilton Interm. School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
