Serving 560 students in grades 5-8, Goza 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 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goza Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Goza Middle School's student population of 560 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goza 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 Goza 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
#522 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
35%
19%
White
47%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goza Middle School's ranking?
Goza Middle School is ranked #522 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Goza Middle School?
560 students attend Goza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Goza Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goza Middle School?
Goza Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goza Middle School offer ?
Goza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goza Middle School part of?
Goza Middle School is part of Arkadelphia School District.
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