Serving 212 students in grades 5-8, Eureka Springs Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Eureka Springs Middle School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eureka Springs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Springs Middle School is 0.22, 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
#258 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
88%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Springs Middle School's ranking?
Eureka Springs Middle School is ranked #258 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Eureka Springs Middle School?
212 students attend Eureka Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Eureka Springs Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eureka Springs Middle School?
Eureka Springs Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eureka Springs Middle School offer ?
Eureka Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eureka Springs Middle School part of?
Eureka Springs Middle School is part of Eureka Springs School District.
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