Serving 566 students in grades 5-7, Ruth Doyle Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Doyle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ruth Doyle Middle School's student population of 566 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruth Doyle Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruth Doyle Middle School is 0.60, 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
#131 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
25%
19%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Ruth Doyle Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Doyle Middle School is ranked #131 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ruth Doyle Middle School often compared to?
Ruth Doyle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Stuart Middle School, Ray/phyllis Simon 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ruth Doyle Middle School?
566 students attend Ruth Doyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ruth Doyle Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Doyle Middle School?
Ruth Doyle Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruth Doyle Middle School offer ?
Ruth Doyle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruth Doyle Middle School part of?
Ruth Doyle Middle School is part of Conway School District.
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