Summary:
In zip code 72634, there is one middle school, Flippin Middle School, serving grades 5 through 8 in the small town of Flippin, Arkansas, where every single student comes from an economically disadvantaged background.
Flippin Middle School is a school of contrasts, excelling in math and science while struggling with literacy. The school outperforms the state average in mathematics (51% proficient vs. 44.1%) and science (52.4% vs. 44%), a notable achievement given that 100% of its 222 students are eligible for free or reduced lunch. However, it falls below the state average in English Language Arts (36% vs. 39.4%) and reading (37.8% vs. 40.4%). A standout anomaly is its Algebra program, where 100% of test-takers are proficient, though this likely reflects a small group of advanced 8th graders rather than the whole school. The school also benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 and spends $13,840 per student, which is above the national average.
A key concern is a clear decline in student performance as they move through the grades. For example, 5th graders scored 51% proficient in ELA, but by 8th grade, that number dropped to just 19%. This pattern is also seen in reading and science, suggesting the school may struggle to maintain academic growth in upper grades. Additionally, the school's state ranking has been volatile, dropping from the 82nd percentile (4 stars) in 2024-2025 to the 59th percentile (3 stars) in 2025-2026. The Flippin School District itself is rated 3 out of 5 stars, ranking in the 57th percentile statewide. While the school shows strength in STEM, parents should be aware of the literacy challenges and the downward trend in upper-grade performance.
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