John L Colbert Middle School serves 466 students in grades 5-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John L Colbert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John L Colbert Middle School's student population of 466 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of John L Colbert Middle School is 0.72, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
18%
19%
White
45%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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
How many students attend John L Colbert Middle School?
466 students attend John L Colbert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of John L Colbert Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John L Colbert Middle School?
John L Colbert Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John L Colbert Middle School offer ?
John L Colbert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is John L Colbert Middle School part of?
John L Colbert Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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