Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Conner 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 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Conner Middle School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Conner 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 Conner Middle School is 0.60, 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
#618 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
44%
19%
White
46%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcgehee School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conner Middle School's ranking?
Conner Middle School is ranked #618 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Conner Middle School?
248 students attend Conner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Conner Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conner Middle School?
Conner Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Conner Middle School offer ?
Conner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Conner Middle School part of?
Conner Middle School is part of Mcgehee School District.
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