Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Butterfield Trail 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 38% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butterfield Trail Middle School's student population of 636 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butterfield Trail 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 Butterfield Trail Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
3%
20%
White
58%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield Trail Middle School's ranking?
Butterfield Trail Middle School is ranked #493 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Butterfield Trail Middle School often compared to?
Butterfield Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Trail Middle School?
636 students attend Butterfield Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Butterfield Trail Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butterfield Trail Middle School?
Butterfield Trail Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butterfield Trail Middle School offer ?
Butterfield Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Butterfield Trail Middle School part of?
Butterfield Trail Middle School is part of Van Buren School District.
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