Serving 693 students in grades 7-8, Siloam Springs Middle School 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 41% (which is higher 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 14:1 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 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Siloam Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Siloam Springs Middle School's student population of 693 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Siloam Springs Middle School 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 Siloam Springs Middle School 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
#322 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siloam Springs Middle School's ranking?
Siloam Springs Middle School is ranked #322 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Siloam Springs Middle School often compared to?
Siloam Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siloam Springs Intermediate School, Hellstern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Siloam Springs Middle School?
693 students attend Siloam Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Siloam Springs Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Siloam Springs Middle School?
Siloam Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Siloam Springs Middle School offer ?
Siloam Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Siloam Springs Middle School part of?
Siloam Springs Middle School is part of Siloam Springs School District.
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