Serving 618 students in grades 5-6, Old High Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Old High Middle School serves the northern part of Bentonville, AR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 31.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old High Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old High Middle School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Old High Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old High Middle School is 0.34, 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
#54 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old High Middle School's ranking?
Old High Middle School is ranked #54 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Old High Middle School often compared to?
Old High Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Barker Middle School, Bright Field Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Old High Middle School?
618 students attend Old High Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Old High Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old High Middle School?
Old High Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old High Middle School offer ?
Old High Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Old High Middle School part of?
Old High Middle School is part of Bentonville School District.
In what neighborhood is Old High Middle School located?
Old High Middle School is located in the Downtown Bentonville neighborhood of Bentonville, AR. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Bentonville.
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