Hamburg Middle School

Hamburg Middle School in Hamburg, AR, serves 344 students in grades 6 through 8 and is part of the Hamburg School District, where nearly 69% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.

Hamburg Middle School stands out for its strong math and science programs, especially when compared to nearby Crossett Middle School. In the most recent school year, 34.2% of Hamburg students were proficient in math, compared to 26.3% at Crossett. The school’s advanced math program is particularly impressive—57.7% of Hamburg students taking Algebra scored proficient, far exceeding the state average of 36.9% and the district average of 25.4%. Science performance is also a bright spot, with 34.5% of Hamburg students proficient versus 29.1% at Crossett. However, English Language Arts (ELA) and Reading remain challenges, with only 24.3% and 27.3% of students proficient, respectively—well below state averages. Grade-level performance varies, with 7th-grade math (41.7% proficient) far outpacing 8th-grade math (22.2% proficient), suggesting areas for targeted improvement.

Despite a current 1-star rating, Hamburg Middle School has shown a positive trajectory over the past few years, climbing from a low point in 2020-2021 to a more stable position. The school’s ability to outperform Crossett in core subjects like math and science, even while serving a slightly more economically disadvantaged student body, is a strong indicator of its effectiveness. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1 and per-student spending of $11,596, the school provides a supportive environment for learning. For parents, this school offers a solid foundation in math and science, with room for growth in literacy.