Serving 869 students in grades 3-5, Hackler Intermediate 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 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackler Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hackler Intermediate School's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hackler Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackler Intermediate School is 0.19, 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
#178 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
90%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackler Intermediate School's ranking?
Hackler Intermediate School is ranked #178 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hackler Intermediate School?
869 students attend Hackler Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hackler Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hackler Intermediate School?
Hackler Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hackler Intermediate School offer ?
Hackler Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hackler Intermediate School part of?
Hackler Intermediate School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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