Serving 578 students in grades 2-3, Lake Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hamilton Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#323 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
73%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Lake Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lake Hamilton Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Hamilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lake Hamilton Elementary School?
578 students attend Lake Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lake Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hamilton Elementary School?
Lake Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Lake Hamilton Elementary School is part of Lake Hamilton School District.
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