Bismarck High School vs Lake Hamilton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bismarck High School
Bismarck · Public high · Grades 9–12
317 students
Lake Hamilton High School
Pearcy · Public high · Grades 10–12
936 students
| Measure | Bismarck High School Bismarck, Arkansas | Lake Hamilton High School Pearcy, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 276 | #162 of 276 |
| National rank | #3626 of 16,910 | #11555 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 317 | 936 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 936 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 4.5 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 32% |
| city | Bismarck | Pearcy |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bismarck High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.7 vs 37.6).
- •Bismarck High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Bismarck High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- •Lake Hamilton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 62.5%).
- •Lake Hamilton High School is the larger school with 936 students compared with 317.
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 Bismarck High School better than Lake Hamilton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bismarck High School ranks higher (68.7 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 Bismarck High School and Lake Hamilton High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Bismarck and Pearcy in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bismarck High School: 317. Lake Hamilton High School: 936. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bismarck High School and Lake Hamilton High School rank in Arkansas?
Bismarck High School is 14th of 276 and Lake Hamilton High School is 162nd of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).