Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Gentry Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gentry Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Gentry school district, encompassing approximately 86.7 square miles around the city of Gentry, AR. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gentry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gentry Middle School's student population of 425 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure all Students Connect, Learn, and Succeed
School Rankings
Gentry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gentry Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#344 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gentry Middle School's ranking?
Gentry Middle School is ranked #344 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gentry Middle School often compared to?
Gentry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colcord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gentry Middle School?
425 students attend Gentry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gentry Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gentry Middle School?
Gentry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gentry Middle School offer ?
Gentry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gentry Middle School part of?
Gentry Middle School is part of Gentry School District.
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