Serving 405 students in grades 4-6, Pottsville Middle Grade ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsville Middle Grade 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
Pottsville Middle Grade's student population of 405 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pottsville Middle Grade 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 Pottsville Middle Grade is 0.20, 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
#80 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
89%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pottsville Middle Grade's ranking?
Pottsville Middle Grade is ranked #80 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pottsville Middle Grade?
405 students attend Pottsville Middle Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pottsville Middle Grade students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pottsville Middle Grade?
Pottsville Middle Grade has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pottsville Middle Grade offer ?
Pottsville Middle Grade offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pottsville Middle Grade part of?
Pottsville Middle Grade is part of Pottsville School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Students Last Day/End of 4th Quarter/End of 2nd Semester
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Report Cards/Teacher Work Day/Last Day
May 27, 2025 (Tuesday)
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