Serving 479 students in grades 5-7, Ray/phyllis Simon 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 36% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School's student population of 479 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#328 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
32%
20%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is ranked #328 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School often compared to?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Doyle Middle School, Carl Stuart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School?
479 students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School offer ?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School part of?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is part of Conway School District.
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