Serving 172 students in grades 7-8, Blytheville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blytheville Middle School serves the entire Blytheville, AR district, encompassing an area of approximately 116.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blytheville Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blytheville 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 Blytheville Middle School is 0.36, 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
#946 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
79%
19%
White
13%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blytheville Middle School's ranking?
Blytheville Middle School is ranked #946 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Blytheville Middle School?
172 students attend Blytheville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Blytheville Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blytheville Middle School?
Blytheville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blytheville Middle School offer ?
Blytheville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blytheville Middle School part of?
Blytheville Middle School is part of Blytheville School District.
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