Serving 406 students in grades 7-9, Estem Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Estem Middle School's student population of 406 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estem 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 Estem Middle School is 0.53, 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
#328 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
66%
19%
White
19%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estem Middle School's ranking?
Estem Middle School is ranked #328 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Estem Middle School often compared to?
Estem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Estem Public Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Estem Middle School?
406 students attend Estem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Estem Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estem Middle School?
Estem Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Estem Middle School offer ?
Estem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Estem Middle School part of?
Estem Middle School is part of Estem High Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Estem Middle School located?
Estem Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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