Summary:
The Alma School District is home to one middle school, Alma Middle School, which serves 722 students in grades 6 through 8 and is part of a district ranked in the top 12% of Arkansas (30th out of 251 districts).
Alma Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced mathematics, with a remarkable 91% proficiency rate in Algebra—far exceeding the state average of 36.9%. The school also outperforms state averages across all core subjects, including English Language Arts (44% vs. 39.4%), Reading (46.1% vs. 40.4%), Mathematics (53.3% vs. 44.1%), and Science (53.1% vs. 44%). Eighth graders consistently achieve the highest scores, particularly in Science (60.5%) and Math (57.2%), suggesting strong preparation for high school. However, seventh grade shows a relative dip, with the lowest scores in ELA (37.8%) and Reading (40.5%), indicating an area for targeted support. The school has demonstrated consistent year-over-year improvement, with the largest gains in Science (+7 percentage points) and Reading (+5.1 percentage points) from 2024-2025 to 2025-2026.
Despite nearly half of students (48.06%) qualifying for free or reduced lunch, Alma Middle School delivers strong academic results, reflecting effective teaching and resource allocation. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 and spends $11,022 per student, which supports its positive trajectory. Its state ranking has remained in the top quarter of Arkansas middle schools over the past three years, moving from the 77th to the 78th percentile. For parents, this school offers a robust academic environment with standout advanced math programs, consistent growth, and efficient use of resources to overcome socioeconomic challenges.
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