Serving 603 students in grades 6-7, Pinkston Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinkston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pinkston Middle School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinkston Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinkston Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
92%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinkston Middle School's ranking?
Pinkston Middle School is ranked #111 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Pinkston Middle School?
603 students attend Pinkston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pinkston Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinkston Middle School?
Pinkston Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinkston Middle School offer ?
Pinkston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinkston Middle School part of?
Pinkston Middle School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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