Bearden Middle School in Bearden, AR serves 189 students from grades 5 to 8 with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which has remained stable over the last five years.
Math proficiency was 30% in 2023, which is lower than the state average of 39% and above the district average of 22%, showing a decline since 2019 when it was 50%.
Reading proficiency is 20% as of 2022, significantly lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 25%, reflecting a downward trend since 2017.
Science proficiency was 25% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 36% but higher than the district average of 23%.
Enrollment and free/reduced lunch eligibility have been stable with 189 students enrolled and 71% eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a consistent socioeconomic composition.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
43%
19%
White
56%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
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
How many students attend Bearden Middle School?
189 students attend Bearden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bearden Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bearden Middle School?
Bearden Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bearden Middle School offer ?
Bearden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bearden Middle School part of?
Bearden Middle School is part of Bearden School District.
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