Serving 906 students in grades 6-8, Arkansas Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arkansas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arkansas Middle School's student population of 906 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arkansas Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arkansas Middle School is 0.59, 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
#678 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
54%
19%
White
34%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas Middle School's ranking?
Arkansas Middle School is ranked #678 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Arkansas Middle School?
906 students attend Arkansas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arkansas Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas Middle School?
Arkansas Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas Middle School offer ?
Arkansas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arkansas Middle School part of?
Arkansas Middle School is part of Texarkana School District.
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