Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Elkins Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elkins Middle School's student population of 319 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkins Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkins Middle School is 0.29, 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
#169 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
84%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Elkins Middle School's ranking?
Elkins Middle School is ranked #169 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Elkins Middle School often compared to?
Elkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Grove Middle School, West Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Elkins Middle School?
319 students attend Elkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elkins Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkins Middle School?
Elkins Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkins Middle School offer ?
Elkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkins Middle School part of?
Elkins Middle School is part of Elkins School District.
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