Serving 722 students in grades 6-8, Alma Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alma Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alma, AR, encompassing approximately 102.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alma Middle School's student population of 722 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alma Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alma Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alma Middle School's ranking?
Alma Middle School is ranked #328 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Alma Middle School often compared to?
Alma Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butterfield Trail Middle School, Northridge Middle School, Cedarville 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 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Alma Middle School?
722 students attend Alma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alma Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alma Middle School?
Alma Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alma Middle School offer ?
Alma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alma Middle School part of?
Alma Middle School is part of Alma School District.
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