Elkins Middle School, located in Elkins, AR, serves 367 students in grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the district's 12:1 ratio.
Math proficiency is 59%, higher than both the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 52%, showing improvement from 43% in 2021.
Reading proficiency is 52%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 49%, improving steadily from 43% in 2019.
Science proficiency stands at 48%, outperforming the state average of 36% and district average of 42% in 2022.
Enrollment increased from 302 students in 2021 to 367 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility decreased slightly from 35% in 2019 to 32% in 2023, reflecting modest demographic shifts at this Arkansas rural middle school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkins 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
Elkins Middle School's student population of 367 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Elkins 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 Elkins Middle School is 0.29, 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
#115 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
84%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Elkins Middle School's ranking?
Elkins Middle School is ranked #115 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Elkins Middle School often compared to?
Elkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Grove Middle School, West Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Elkins Middle School?
367 students attend Elkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elkins Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkins Middle School?
Elkins Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkins Middle School offer ?
Elkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkins Middle School part of?
Elkins Middle School is part of Elkins School District.
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