Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Ramsey Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ramsey Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ramsey Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramsey Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#236 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
50%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramsey Middle School's ranking?
Ramsey Middle School is ranked #236 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ramsey Middle School often compared to?
Ramsey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L. A. Chaffin Middle School, Dora Kimmons Middle School, William O. Darby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Middle School?
808 students attend Ramsey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ramsey Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsey Middle School?
Ramsey Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramsey Middle School offer ?
Ramsey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramsey Middle School part of?
Ramsey Middle School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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