Serving 348 students in grades 6-8, Star City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Star City Middle School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Star City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star City Middle School is 0.50, 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
#703 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
17%
19%
White
68%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star City Middle School's ranking?
Star City Middle School is ranked #703 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Star City Middle School?
348 students attend Star City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Star City Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star City Middle School?
Star City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Star City Middle School offer ?
Star City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Star City Middle School part of?
Star City Middle School is part of Star City School District.
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