Serving 487 students in grades 5-6, Old High Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old High Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old High Middle School's student population of 487 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old High Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old High Middle School is 0.32, 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
#61 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
82%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old High Middle School's ranking?
Old High Middle School is ranked #61 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Old High Middle School often compared to?
Old High Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Barker Middle School, Bright Field Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Old High Middle School?
487 students attend Old High Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Old High Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old High Middle School?
Old High Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Old High Middle School offer ?
Old High Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old High Middle School part of?
Old High Middle School is part of Bentonville School District.
In what neighborhood is Old High Middle School located?
Old High Middle School is located in the Downtown Bentonville neighborhood of Bentonville, AR. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Bentonville.
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