Serving 189 students in grades 5-7, Swifton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SWIFTON MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tuckerman school district, covering approximately 254.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swifton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Swifton Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swifton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swifton Middle School is 0.27, which is less 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
#221 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 Swifton Middle School's ranking?
Swifton Middle School is ranked #221 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Swifton Middle School?
189 students attend Swifton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Swifton Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swifton Middle School?
Swifton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swifton Middle School offer ?
Swifton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swifton Middle School part of?
Swifton Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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