Serving 315 students in grades 5-8, Mayflower 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 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mayflower Middle School's student population of 315 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayflower 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 Mayflower Middle School is 0.35, 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
#481 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
9%
19%
White
80%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayflower Middle School's ranking?
Mayflower Middle School is ranked #481 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mayflower Middle School?
315 students attend Mayflower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mayflower Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayflower Middle School?
Mayflower Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mayflower Middle School offer ?
Mayflower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayflower Middle School part of?
Mayflower Middle School is part of Mayflower School District.
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