For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,328 students in 71964, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71964, AR are Lake Hamilton Jr. High School and Lake Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71964 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71964, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71964, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Hamilton Jr. High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
281 Wolf St
Pearcy, AR 71964
(501) 767-2731
Pearcy, AR 71964
(501) 767-2731
Gr: 8-9 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lake Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 Wolf St
Pearcy, AR 71964
(501) 767-3355
Pearcy, AR 71964
(501) 767-3355
Gr: 6-7 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71964, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71964, AR include Lake Hamilton Jr. High School and Lake Hamilton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71964?
2 public middle schools are located in 71964.
What is the racial composition of students in 71964?
71964 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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