Hamburg High School is a comprehensive public high school for students in grades 9 through 12 located in Hamburg, Arkansas, United States. Since 2004, Hamburg High School is the only high school of the Hamburg School District. The district serves sections of Ashley, Drew, and Chicot counties.
Serving 511 students in grades 9-12, Hamburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hamburg High School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Hamburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamburg High School is 0.60, 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
#705 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
20%
19%
White
56%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamburg High School's ranking?
Hamburg High School is ranked #705 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hamburg High School often compared to?
Hamburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamburg High School?
The graduation rate of Hamburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hamburg High School?
511 students attend Hamburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hamburg High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamburg High School?
Hamburg High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamburg High School offer ?
Hamburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamburg High School part of?
Hamburg High School is part of Hamburg School District.
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