Serving 216 students in grades 6-8, Bald Knob Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bald Knob Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bald Knob school district, covering an area of approximately 186.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bald Knob Middle School's student population of 216 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bald Knob Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bald Knob Middle School is 0.27, 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
#553 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Bald Knob Middle School's ranking?
Bald Knob Middle School is ranked #553 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bald Knob Middle School?
216 students attend Bald Knob Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bald Knob Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bald Knob Middle School?
Bald Knob Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bald Knob Middle School offer ?
Bald Knob Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bald Knob Middle School part of?
Bald Knob Middle School is part of Bald Knob School District.
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