Serving 564 students in grades 6-7, Pinkston Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinkston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinkston Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinkston Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinkston Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
2%
2%

Hispanic
5%
15%

Black
n/a
19%
White
90%
58%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinkston Middle School's ranking?
Pinkston Middle School is ranked #156 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pinkston Middle School?
564 students attend Pinkston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pinkston Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinkston Middle School?
Pinkston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinkston Middle School offer ?
Pinkston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinkston Middle School part of?
Pinkston Middle School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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