Serving 675 students in grades 6-7, Helen Tyson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Tyson Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Tyson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Tyson Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
55%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
21%
58%
Hawaiian
17%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Tyson Middle School's ranking?
Helen Tyson Middle School is ranked #527 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Helen Tyson Middle School often compared to?
Helen Tyson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Don Tyson School Of Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Helen Tyson Middle School?
675 students attend Helen Tyson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Helen Tyson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Tyson Middle School?
Helen Tyson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Helen Tyson Middle School offer ?
Helen Tyson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Tyson Middle School part of?
Helen Tyson Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
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