Serving 210 students in grades 6-8, Quitman Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Quitman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Quitman Middle School's student population of 210 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Quitman Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quitman Middle School is 0.15, 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
#267 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
92%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quitman Middle School's ranking?
Quitman Middle School is ranked #267 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Quitman Middle School?
210 students attend Quitman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Quitman Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quitman Middle School?
Quitman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Quitman Middle School offer ?
Quitman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Quitman Middle School part of?
Quitman Middle School is part of Quitman School District.
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