Serving 403 students in grades 4-6, Pottsville Middle Grade ranks in the top 5% 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 70% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Pottsville Middle Grade's student population of 403 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pottsville Middle Grade ranks within the top 5% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pottsville Middle Grade is 0.19, 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
#39 out of 993 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pottsville Middle Grade's ranking?
Pottsville Middle Grade is ranked #39 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Pottsville Middle Grade?
403 students attend Pottsville Middle Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pottsville Middle Grade students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 13:1.
What grades does Pottsville Middle Grade offer ?
Pottsville Middle Grade offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pottsville Middle Grade part of?
Pottsville Middle Grade is part of Pottsville School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students Last Day-- End of 4th Quarter
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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