Serving 337 students in grades 5-8, Norphlet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norphlet Middle School's student population of 337 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norphlet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norphlet Middle School is 0.42, 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
#558 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
17%
19%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Norphlet Middle School's ranking?
Norphlet Middle School is ranked #558 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Norphlet Middle School often compared to?
Norphlet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkers Chapel Elem. School, Harmony Grove Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Norphlet Middle School?
337 students attend Norphlet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Norphlet Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norphlet Middle School?
Norphlet Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norphlet Middle School offer ?
Norphlet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Norphlet Middle School part of?
Norphlet Middle School is part of Smackover-Norphlet School District.
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