Serving 655 students in grades 6-8, Cloverdale 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 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cloverdale Middle School's student population of 655 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cloverdale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cloverdale Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#990 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
37%
15%
Black
56%
19%
White
4%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloverdale Middle School's ranking?
Cloverdale Middle School is ranked #990 out of 997 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cloverdale Middle School?
655 students attend Cloverdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cloverdale Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cloverdale Middle School?
Cloverdale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloverdale Middle School offer ?
Cloverdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloverdale Middle School part of?
Cloverdale Middle School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Cloverdale Middle School located?
Cloverdale Middle School is located in the Cloverdale neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Cloverdale.
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