Serving 477 students in grades 6-8, Mabelvale 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 6% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mabelvale Middle School serves the southwest part of its school district in Mabelvale, AR, covering an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mabelvale Middle School's student population of 477 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mabelvale 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 Mabelvale Middle School is 0.55, 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
#970 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mabelvale Middle School's ranking?
Mabelvale Middle School is ranked #970 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mabelvale Middle School?
477 students attend Mabelvale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mabelvale Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabelvale Middle School?
Mabelvale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mabelvale Middle School offer ?
Mabelvale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mabelvale Middle School part of?
Mabelvale Middle School is part of Little Rock School District.
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