Serving 212 students in grades 5-6, Meekins 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meekins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meekins Middle School's student population of 212 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meekins 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 Meekins Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#857 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
46%
19%
White
34%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
9%
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 Meekins Middle School's ranking?
Meekins Middle School is ranked #857 out of 989 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Meekins Middle School?
212 students attend Meekins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Meekins Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meekins Middle School?
Meekins Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meekins Middle School offer ?
Meekins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meekins Middle School part of?
Meekins Middle School is part of Stuttgart School District.
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