Serving 668 students in grades 6-7, Sonora Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonora Middle School serves the eastern part of Springdale, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 94.7 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonora Middle School's student population of 668 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
668 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings
Sonora Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonora Middle School is 0.66, 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
#702 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
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Hispanic
48%
15%
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Black
2%
19%
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White
22%
57%
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Hawaiian
25%
1%
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Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Middle School's ranking?
Sonora Middle School is ranked #702 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sonora Middle School often compared to?
Sonora Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gentry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sonora Middle School?
668 students attend Sonora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sonora Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonora Middle School?
Sonora Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonora Middle School offer ?
Sonora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sonora Middle School part of?
Sonora Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
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