Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oscar Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oscar Hamilton Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
8%
19%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oscar Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oscar Hamilton Elementary School?
273 students attend Oscar Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oscar Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oscar Hamilton Elementary School?
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oscar Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oscar Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School is part of Foreman School District.
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