Robert F Morehead Middle School serves 287 students in grades 5-8.
Robert F Morehead Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert F Morehead Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert F Morehead Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Robert F Morehead Middle School is 0.13, 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
#991 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
93%
20%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert F Morehead Middle School's ranking?
Robert F Morehead Middle School is ranked #991 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Robert F Morehead Middle School?
287 students attend Robert F Morehead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Robert F Morehead Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert F Morehead Middle School?
Robert F Morehead Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert F Morehead Middle School offer ?
Robert F Morehead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert F Morehead Middle School part of?
Robert F Morehead Middle School is part of Dollarway School District.
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