Gary E.
Cobb Middle School in Texarkana, AR serves grades 4 to 6 with an enrollment of 261 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14 to 1.
Math proficiency is 74%, which is higher than both the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Genoa Central School District average of 67%.
Reading proficiency stands at 62%, surpassing the state average of 40% and slightly higher than the district average of 59%.
Science proficiency is 59%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 36% and also above the district average of 55%.
The school's overall rank improved significantly from #114 in 2019 to #29 in 2023, while enrollment declined from 393 students in 2021 to 261 students in 2023, indicating substantial enrollment decrease in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gary E. Cobb Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Texarkana, AR school district, encompassing approximately 79.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gary E. Cobb 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
School Overview
Gary E. Cobb Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gary E. Cobb Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gary E. Cobb Middle School is 0.08, 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
#29 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gary E. Cobb Middle School's ranking?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is ranked #29 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gary E. Cobb Middle School?
303 students attend Gary E. Cobb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gary E. Cobb Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gary E. Cobb Middle School?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gary E. Cobb Middle School offer ?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gary E. Cobb Middle School part of?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is part of Genoa Central School District.
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