Alma High School vs Lake Hamilton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma High School
Alma · Public high · Grades 9–12
981 students
Lake Hamilton High School
Pearcy · Public high · Grades 10–12
936 students
| Measure | Alma High School Alma, Arkansas | Lake Hamilton High School Pearcy, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 276 | #162 of 276 |
| National rank | #8065 of 16,910 | #11555 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 981 | 936 |
| Enrollment | 981 | 936 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Alma | Pearcy |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alma High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 37.6).
- •Alma High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Lake Hamilton High School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •Alma High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 60.6%).
- •Alma High School is the larger school with 981 students compared with 936.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alma High School better than Lake Hamilton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Alma High School ranks higher (51.2 vs 37.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alma High School and Lake Hamilton High School?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Alma and Pearcy in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alma High School: 981. Lake Hamilton High School: 936. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alma High School and Lake Hamilton High School rank in Arkansas?
Alma High School is 80th of 276 and Lake Hamilton High School is 162nd of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).