Serving 1,022 students in grades 6-8, Kirksey Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirksey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kirksey Middle School's student population of 1,022 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kirksey 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 Kirksey Middle School is 0.56, 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
#203 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
34%
59%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirksey Middle School's ranking?
Kirksey Middle School is ranked #203 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Kirksey Middle School often compared to?
Kirksey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Kirksey Middle School?
1,022 students attend Kirksey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kirksey Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirksey Middle School?
Kirksey Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kirksey Middle School offer ?
Kirksey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirksey Middle School part of?
Kirksey Middle School is part of Rogers School District.
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