Serving 676 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 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Helen Tyson Middle School serves the southwest part of Springdale, AR, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.6 miles to the school's edges. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Tyson Middle School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Tyson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Tyson Middle School is 0.60, 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
#516 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
22%
57%
Hawaiian
13%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Tyson Middle School's ranking?
Helen Tyson Middle School is ranked #516 out of 989 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, Hellstern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
676 students attend Helen Tyson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Helen Tyson Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Tyson Middle School?
Helen Tyson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helen Tyson Middle School offer ?
Helen Tyson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen Tyson Middle School part of?
Helen Tyson Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
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