Serving 981 students in grades 5-8, Elmwood 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 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elmwood Middle School's student population of 981 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmwood 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 Elmwood Middle School is 0.60, which is more 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
#110 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
49%
59%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Middle School's ranking?
Elmwood Middle School is ranked #110 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Elmwood Middle School often compared to?
Elmwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirksey Middle School, Bright Field Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Middle School?
981 students attend Elmwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Elmwood Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmwood Middle School?
Elmwood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Middle School offer ?
Elmwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood Middle School part of?
Elmwood Middle School is part of Rogers School District.
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