Serving 849 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 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hellstern Middle School serves the west part of Springdale, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 72.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- 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 849 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
849 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.58, 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
#67 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Heroes
School Mascot
Heroes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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 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?
849 students attend Hellstern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hellstern Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hellstern Middle School?
Hellstern Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
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.
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