Serving 459 students in grades 5-7, Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON INTERMEDIATE serves the northeast part of Conway, AR, covering an area of approximately 31.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#322 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School's ranking?
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School is ranked #322 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School often compared to?
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Doyle Middle School, Carl Stuart Middle School, Bob Courtway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School?
459 students attend Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School?
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School offer ?
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School part of?
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School is part of Conway School District.
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