Lafayette County Middle School serves 298 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 60% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
60%
19%
White
40%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lafayette County Middle School?
298 students attend Lafayette County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lafayette County Middle School students are Black, and 40% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette County Middle School?
Lafayette County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette County Middle School offer ?
Lafayette County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lafayette County Middle School part of?
Lafayette County Middle School is part of Lafayette County School District.
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