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Bob Courtway Middle School

Middle School · CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT

1200 BOB COURTWAY DR, Conway, AR 72032

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#720 of 1,036

In Conway

#10 of 16

public schools

In district

#10 of 16

CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Bob Courtway Middle School

5.5/10

Middle School in Conway · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bob Courtway Middle School

Bob Courtway Middle School is a public middle school in Conway, AR, part of CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bob Courtway Middle School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bob Courtway Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Bob Courtway Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • AR avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.8% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.8% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,689
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Bob Courtway Middle School — Students at Bob Courtway Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.1% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.0% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
27.8%
ELA
28.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Bob Courtway Middle School Compares

See how Bob Courtway Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in AR
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1200 BOB COURTWAY DR, Conway, AR 72032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bob Courtway Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO Conway 0.4 mi 7.0
THEODORE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL Conway 0.5 mi 4.4
PRESTON & FLORENCE MATTISON ELEM. SCHOOL Conway 0.9 mi 4.6
CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway 1.9 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway 1.7 mi 8.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway 1.6 mi 7.4
CONWAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Conway 2.1 mi 5.9
COMPASS ACADEMY Conway 2.6 mi 8.1
SALLIE CONE PRESCHOOL Conway 2.3 mi 5.8
IDA BURNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway 2.4 mi 4.6
CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL Conway 2.7 mi 6.5
CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway 3.5 mi 7.1
ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway 3.8 mi 3.2
MARGUERITE VANN ELEM. SCHOOL Conway 3.6 mi 3.4
JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL Conway 4.0 mi 7.4
GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenbrier 5.8 mi 8.1
JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway 5.1 mi 4.6
CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO Conway 5.7 mi 8.1
RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway 6.1 mi 8.5
WOODROW CUMMINS ELEMENTARY SCH Conway 6.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,452

Median Home Value

$183,200

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

35,120

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bob Courtway Middle School

What grades does Bob Courtway Middle School serve?

Bob Courtway Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Bob Courtway Middle School?

Bob Courtway Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bob Courtway Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bob Courtway Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bob Courtway Middle School rank in AR?

Bob Courtway Middle School ranks #720 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Bob Courtway Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bob Courtway Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bob Courtway Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bob Courtway Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bob Courtway Middle School a charter school?

No, Bob Courtway Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bob Courtway Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bob Courtway Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bob Courtway Middle School?

76.9% of students at Bob Courtway Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Faulkner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,174
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,689
District Rank
#10 of 16

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