For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 163 students in Helena, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in Helena, AR is Kippdelta College Prep School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, AR public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in Helena have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Helena, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kippdelta College Prep School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
514 Missouri St.
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Gr: 6-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Helena, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Gr: K-6 | 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Helena, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Helena, AR include Kippdelta College Prep School.
How many public middle schools are located in Helena?
1 public middle schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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