Elmwood Middle School serves 960 students in grades 6-8.
Elmwood Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
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 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elmwood Middle School's student population of 960 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmwood Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
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
#118 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #118 out of 993 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Middle School?
960 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, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
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 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood Middle School part of?
Elmwood Middle School is part of Rogers School District.
School Calendar
View the Elmwood Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
4th Qtr. Ends - Last Day of School
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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