Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Alma Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alma Middle School's student population of 716 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alma Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alma Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
83%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alma Middle School's ranking?
Alma Middle School is ranked #452 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Alma Middle School often compared to?
Alma Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butterfield Junior High School, Northridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Alma Middle School?
716 students attend Alma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Alma Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alma Middle School?
Alma Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alma Middle School offer ?
Alma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alma Middle School part of?
Alma Middle School is part of Alma School District.
School Reviews
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