Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Alma Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alma Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Alma 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 Alma Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alma Middle School's ranking?
Alma Middle School is ranked #328 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Alma Middle School often compared to?
Alma Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butterfield Trail Middle School, Northridge Middle School, Cedarville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Alma Middle School?
751 students attend Alma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alma Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alma Middle School?
Alma Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alma Middle School offer ?
Alma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alma Middle School part of?
Alma Middle School is part of Alma School District.
School Reviews
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