Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Dora Kimmons 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dora Kimmons Jr. High School serves the northern part of Fort Smith, AR, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dora Kimmons Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
School Motto
Individually, we are different, but together, we are Kimmons Middle School.
School Rankings
Dora Kimmons 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 Dora Kimmons Middle School is 0.58, 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
#756 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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
Sports
Colors
Red & Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora Kimmons Middle School's ranking?
Dora Kimmons Middle School is ranked #756 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dora Kimmons Middle School often compared to?
Dora Kimmons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsey Middle School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dora Kimmons Middle School?
753 students attend Dora Kimmons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dora Kimmons Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora Kimmons Middle School?
Dora Kimmons Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dora Kimmons Middle School offer ?
Dora Kimmons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dora Kimmons Middle School part of?
Dora Kimmons Middle School is part of Fort Smith School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
If you want your child to succeed, don't send them here. There are a lot of minority children that attend this school, and from my experience, there set up to fail. No help. No concern. The teachers could care less whether the child passes or not. Voicing your concern doesn't do much, it's basically brushed under the rug. I give this school 2 stars, and that's me being nice.
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