Serving 215 students in grades 6-8, Dumas 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 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dumas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dumas Middle School's student population of 215 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Dumas Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dumas Middle School is 0.43, 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
#715 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
74%
19%
White
13%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
8%
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 Dumas Middle School's ranking?
Dumas Middle School is ranked #715 out of 997 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dumas Middle School?
215 students attend Dumas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dumas Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dumas Middle School?
Dumas Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dumas Middle School offer ?
Dumas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dumas Middle School part of?
Dumas Middle School is part of Dumas School District.
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