Serving 417 students in grades 4-6, Pottsville Middle Grade ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: POTTSVILLE MIDDLE GRADE's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pottsville school district, covering approximately 70.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsville Middle Grade 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
Pottsville Middle Grade's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pottsville Middle Grade 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 Pottsville Middle Grade is 0.23, 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
#55 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Pottsville Middle Grade's ranking?
Pottsville Middle Grade is ranked #55 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pottsville Middle Grade often compared to?
Pottsville Middle Gradeis often viewed alongside schools like Russellville Middle School, Atkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pottsville Middle Grade?
417 students attend Pottsville Middle Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pottsville Middle Grade students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pottsville Middle Grade?
Pottsville Middle Grade has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pottsville Middle Grade offer ?
Pottsville Middle Grade offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pottsville Middle Grade part of?
Pottsville Middle Grade is part of Pottsville School District.
School Reviews
Review Pottsville Middle Grade. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
