Serving 210 students in grades 5-6, Meekins 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meekins Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Stuttgart, AR school district, covering approximately 212.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meekins Middle School's student population of 210 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meekins 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 Meekins Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#857 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Meekins Middle School's ranking?
Meekins Middle School is ranked #857 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Meekins Middle School?
210 students attend Meekins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Meekins Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meekins Middle School?
Meekins Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meekins Middle School offer ?
Meekins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meekins Middle School part of?
Meekins Middle School is part of Stuttgart School District.
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