Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, Heber Springs Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Heber Springs Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Heber Springs school district, encompassing approximately 72.2 square miles around the city of Heber Springs, AR. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heber Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heber Springs Middle School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heber Springs 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 Heber Springs Middle School is 0.19, 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
#117 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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
Sports
Colors
Panther Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heber Springs Middle School's ranking?
Heber Springs Middle School is ranked #117 out of 989 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Heber Springs Middle School?
391 students attend Heber Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Heber Springs Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heber Springs Middle School?
Heber Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heber Springs Middle School offer ?
Heber Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heber Springs Middle School part of?
Heber Springs Middle School is part of Heber Springs School District.
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