Serving 409 students in grades 5-8, Waldron Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldron Middle School's student population of 409 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waldron 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 Waldron Middle School is 0.39, which is less 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
#508 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
77%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldron Middle School's ranking?
Waldron Middle School is ranked #508 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Waldron Middle School?
409 students attend Waldron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Waldron Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldron Middle School?
Waldron Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waldron Middle School offer ?
Waldron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waldron Middle School part of?
Waldron Middle School is part of Waldron School District.
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