Serving 229 students in grades 5-8, Lavaca Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavaca Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lavaca Middle School's student population of 229 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lavaca 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 Lavaca Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavaca Middle School's ranking?
Lavaca Middle School is ranked #420 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lavaca Middle School often compared to?
Lavaca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmer H. Cook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lavaca Middle School?
229 students attend Lavaca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lavaca Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lavaca Middle School?
Lavaca Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lavaca Middle School offer ?
Lavaca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lavaca Middle School part of?
Lavaca Middle School is part of Lavaca School District.
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