Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Bauxite Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bauxite Middle School serves the entire district of Bauxite, AR, covering an area of approximately 87.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bauxite Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bauxite Middle School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bauxite Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bauxite Middle School is 0.22, 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
#275 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bauxite Middle School's ranking?
Bauxite Middle School is ranked #275 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bauxite Middle School often compared to?
Bauxite Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Junior High School, Benton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bauxite Middle School?
413 students attend Bauxite Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bauxite Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bauxite Middle School?
Bauxite Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bauxite Middle School offer ?
Bauxite Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bauxite Middle School part of?
Bauxite Middle School is part of Bauxite School District.
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