Serving 420 students in grades 6-8, Mills 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mills Middle School's student population of 420 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mills 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 Mills Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#872 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
49%
19%
White
15%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mills Middle School's ranking?
Mills Middle School is ranked #872 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mills Middle School?
420 students attend Mills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mills Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mills Middle School?
Mills Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mills Middle School offer ?
Mills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mills Middle School part of?
Mills Middle School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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