Serving 354 students in grades 6-7, Dequeen Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: De Queen Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 381.1 square miles around De Queen, AR. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 15.8 miles and the furthest edge located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequeen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dequeen Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dequeen 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 Dequeen Middle School is 0.57, 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
#109 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-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 Dequeen Middle School's ranking?
Dequeen Middle School is ranked #109 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dequeen Middle School?
354 students attend Dequeen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dequeen Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequeen Middle School?
Dequeen Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dequeen Middle School offer ?
Dequeen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dequeen Middle School part of?
Dequeen Middle School is part of De Queen School District.
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