Serving 366 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- 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 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dequeen Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dequeen Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
61%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
31%
59%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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 #156 out of 997 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
366 students attend Dequeen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dequeen Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dequeen Middle School?
Dequeen Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dequeen Middle School offer ?
Dequeen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequeen Middle School part of?
Dequeen Middle School is part of Dequeen School District.
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