Serving 645 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonora Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonora Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonora Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonora Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#754 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
46%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
21%
59%
Hawaiian
29%
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
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 #754 out of 997 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
645 students attend Sonora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sonora Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 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 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sonora Middle School offer ?
Sonora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonora Middle School part of?
Sonora Middle School is part of Springdale School District.
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