Summary:
In zip code 72736, there is one middle school, Gravette Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 with 508 students in the Gravette, Arkansas area.
Gravette Middle School is a standout performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the top 24% of Arkansas middle schools over the past three years. The school is part of the top-tier Gravette School District, which holds a 5-star rating and ranks in the 90th percentile statewide. The school's most impressive metric is its Algebra program, where 90.5% of students scored proficient on the 2025-2026 ATLAS exam—more than double the state average of 36.9%. Overall, the school outperforms state averages in every subject, with particular strength in Mathematics (54.2% proficient vs. 44.1% statewide) and Science (49.2% vs. 44.0%).
Key metrics include a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 and spending of $11,507 per student, suggesting strong resource allocation. However, a notable finding is a "7th grade slump," where proficiency scores across all subjects are consistently the lowest in that grade level—for example, English Language Arts proficiency drops to 32.1% in 7th grade compared to 45.1% in 6th and 50.6% in 8th. This pattern warrants attention. Overall, the school provides a stable, effective education with year-over-year consistency, making it a reliable choice for families in the area.
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