Dermott Middle School serves 140 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
92%
19%
White
8%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dermott Middle School?
140 students attend Dermott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dermott Middle School students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dermott Middle School?
Dermott Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dermott Middle School offer ?
Dermott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dermott Middle School part of?
Dermott Middle School is part of Dermott School District.
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