At a glance
Reported students
842
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
70.22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arkansas middle enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 206 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
382
Arkansas Middle School: 842 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
12:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 972
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.6:1
What the reported data says about Arkansas Middle School
Arkansas Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Texarkana. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Texarkana School District. NCES reports 842 students for 2024–25.
Among 206 middle schools in Arkansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 444.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12:1, below the Arkansas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (57.4%) and White (31.8%). English learners represent 2.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Arkansas Middle School
- 1How do the reported 12:1 student–teacher ratio and 70.22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White31.8%
- Hispanic5.8%
- Black57.4%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Texarkana School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arkansas High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,092 reported students
Trice Academy of Performing Arts
Elementary · Grades KG–05
473 reported students
Harmony Academy of Music and the Arts
Elementary · Grades KG–05
391 reported students
Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service
Elementary · Grades KG–05
373 reported students
Fairview Academy of Humanities and Innovation
Elementary · Grades KG–05
246 reported students
North Heights Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
243 reported students
Public schools near Arkansas Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trice Academy of Performing Arts Elementary · Texarkana School District | KG–05 | 473 | 0.9 mi |
| Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service Elementary · Texarkana School District | KG–05 | 373 | 1.4 mi |
| Texas Middle Middle · Texarkana ISD | 06–08 | 1,421 | 2.7 mi |
| Pleasant Grove Middle Middle · Pleasant Grove ISD | 06–08 | 537 | 3 mi |
| Liberty-Eylau Middle Middle · Liberty-Eylau ISD | 05–08 | 594 | 8.1 mi |
| Red Lick Middle Middle · Red Lick ISD | 05–08 | 234 | 8.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Arkansas Middle School
What grades does Arkansas Middle School serve?
Arkansas Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Texarkana School District.
How many students attend Arkansas Middle School?
Arkansas Middle School reported 842 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 206 Arkansas middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 972 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arkansas Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 12:1, based on 842 students and 70.22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arkansas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Arkansas Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Arkansas Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Arkansas Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Arkansas Middle School in?
Arkansas Middle School is part of Texarkana School District, based in Texarkana, AR, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Arkansas Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Trice Academy of Performing Arts (0.9 mi), Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service (1.4 mi), Texas Middle (2.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.