Serving 957 students in grades 6-8, Kirksey Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirksey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kirksey Middle School's student population of 957 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Kirksey Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirksey Middle School is 0.56, 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
#162 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
32%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Kirksey Middle School's ranking?
Kirksey Middle School is ranked #162 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Kirksey Middle School often compared to?
Kirksey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Kirksey Middle School?
957 students attend Kirksey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kirksey Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% 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 Kirksey Middle School?
Kirksey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kirksey Middle School offer ?
Kirksey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kirksey Middle School part of?
Kirksey Middle School is part of Rogers School District.
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