Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, Mena Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mena Middle School's student population of 391 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mena Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mena Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
87%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mena Middle School's ranking?
Mena Middle School is ranked #269 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Mena Middle School?
391 students attend Mena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mena Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mena Middle School?
Mena Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mena Middle School offer ?
Mena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mena Middle School part of?
Mena Middle School is part of Mena School District.
School Reviews
4 9/20/2018
My kids feel very comfortable with their 8th and 4th grade teachers, very helpful with their first week taking the time to get to know them has relaxed and better prepared them for the upcoming year with the new approach to some experimental classrooms as well, my kid is very happy with this.Safety is and always has been a priority in our school district; which as a parent it makes me feel great that my kids are in good and trustworthy hands.
2 11/29/2011
This school is the best! The children get a great education and they are beast at sports............ they are the best!
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