Serving 309 students in grades 5-8, Bismarck Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bismarck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bismarck Middle School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bismarck Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bismarck Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
92%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bismarck Middle School's ranking?
Bismarck Middle School is ranked #142 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bismarck Middle School often compared to?
Bismarck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bismarck Middle School?
309 students attend Bismarck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bismarck Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bismarck Middle School?
Bismarck Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bismarck Middle School offer ?
Bismarck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bismarck Middle School part of?
Bismarck Middle School is part of Bismarck School District.
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