Serving 338 students in grades 5-8, Bismarck Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bismarck Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Bismarck school district, encompassing approximately 179.1 square miles. The area is generally located in Bismarck, AR, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of about 8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 16.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bismarck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bismarck Middle School's student population of 338 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our 10th grade math students ranked 3rd in the state.
School Rankings
Bismarck Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bismarck Middle School is 0.19, 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
#135 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Bismarck Middle School's ranking?
Bismarck Middle School is ranked #135 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bismarck Middle School often compared to?
Bismarck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bismarck High School, Bismarck Elementary 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bismarck Middle School?
338 students attend Bismarck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bismarck Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bismarck Middle School?
Bismarck Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bismarck Middle School offer ?
Bismarck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bismarck Middle School part of?
Bismarck Middle School is part of Bismarck School District.
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