Serving 548 students in grades 5-6, Old High Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Old High Middle School's student population of 548 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old High Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old High Middle School is 0.32, 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
#103 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
82%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Old High Middle School's ranking?
Old High Middle School is ranked #103 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Old High Middle School?
548 students attend Old High Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Old High Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old High Middle School?
Old High Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Old High Middle School offer ?
Old High Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old High Middle School part of?
Old High Middle School is part of Bentonville School District.
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