Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Dora Kimmons 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dora Kimmons Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
School Motto
Individually, we are different, but together, we are Kimmons Middle School.
School Rankings
Dora Kimmons 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 Dora Kimmons Middle School is 0.58, 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
#756 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
62%
15%
Black
15%
19%
White
12%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Dora Kimmons Middle School's ranking?
Dora Kimmons Middle School is ranked #756 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dora Kimmons Middle School often compared to?
Dora Kimmons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsey Middle School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dora Kimmons Middle School?
753 students attend Dora Kimmons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dora Kimmons Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora Kimmons Middle School?
Dora Kimmons Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dora Kimmons Middle School offer ?
Dora Kimmons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dora Kimmons Middle School part of?
Dora Kimmons Middle School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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