Serving 851 students in grades 6-7, Hellstern Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellstern 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
Hellstern Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Heroes
School Rankings
Hellstern Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellstern Middle School is 0.57, which is less 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
#67 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
60%
58%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Heroes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellstern Middle School's ranking?
Hellstern Middle School is ranked #67 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hellstern Middle School often compared to?
Hellstern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. O. Kelly Middle School, Randall G Lynch Middle School, Ramay Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hellstern Middle School?
851 students attend Hellstern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hellstern Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellstern Middle School?
Hellstern Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hellstern Middle School offer ?
Hellstern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hellstern Middle School part of?
Hellstern Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2020
Hellstern middle school is an amazing school.
5 3/22/2010
I love Hellstern Middle School although they have mean office people!!!
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