Serving 490 students in grades 5-7, Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate 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 48% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate's student population of 490 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate 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 Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate is 0.65, which is more 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
#350 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
31%
19%
White
49%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
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 Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate's ranking?
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate is ranked #350 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate often compared to?
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Doyle Intermediate School, Carl Stuart Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate?
490 students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate?
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate offer ?
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate part of?
Ray/phyllis Simon Intermediate is part of Conway School District.
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