Serving 663 students in grades 6-7, J. O. Kelly Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. O. Kelly Middle School serves the southern part of the Springdale, AR school district, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. O. Kelly Middle School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
663 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. O. Kelly 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 J. O. Kelly Middle School is 0.47, 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
#761 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
19%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Knights Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. O. Kelly Middle School's ranking?
J. O. Kelly Middle School is ranked #761 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are J. O. Kelly Middle School often compared to?
J. O. Kelly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hellstern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend J. O. Kelly Middle School?
663 students attend J. O. Kelly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of J. O. Kelly Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. O. Kelly Middle School?
J. O. Kelly Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. O. Kelly Middle School offer ?
J. O. Kelly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. O. Kelly Middle School part of?
J. O. Kelly Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
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