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Siloam Springs Middle School

Middle School · SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

1500 N MT OLIVE, Siloam Springs, AR 72761

Enrollment

696

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#533 of 1,036

In Siloam Springs

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Siloam Springs Middle School

6.3/10

Middle School in Siloam Springs · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Siloam Springs Middle School

Siloam Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Siloam Springs, AR, part of SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Siloam Springs Middle School serves approximately 696 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Siloam Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #533 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Siloam Springs Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • AR avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.4% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,504
Chronic Absenteeism22.4%

Siloam Springs Middle School — Students at Siloam Springs Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.1% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.1% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 34 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
81%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
37.4%
ELA
33%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Siloam Springs Middle School Compares

See how Siloam Springs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in AR
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

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

1500 N MT OLIVE, Siloam Springs, AR 72761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Siloam Springs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DECATUR MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SILOAM SPRINGS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GENTRY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Gentry), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Siloam Springs, see our Siloam Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Siloam Springs 0.7 mi 6.3
SUNSHINE MONTESSORI Siloam Springs 0.9 mi
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Siloam Springs 0.9 mi 4.7
SILOAM SPRINGS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Siloam Springs 1.4 mi 6.9
DELBERT PETE & PAT ALLEN ELE Siloam Springs 1.5 mi 3.9
SILOAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CONVERSION CHARTER Siloam Springs 2.5 mi 5.1
WATTS ES Watts 4.9 mi 6.3
WATTS HS Watts 4.9 mi 7.3
MOSELEY PUBLIC SCHOOL Colcord 4.1 mi 5.6
OZARK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Gentry 4.9 mi 6.6
OZARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Gentry 5.1 mi 5.9
GENTRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Gentry 6.2 mi 6.4
GENTRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Gentry 6.3 mi 6.1
GENTRY HIGH SCHOOL Gentry 6.3 mi 4.7
GENTRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Gentry 7.0 mi 6.8
COLCORD HS Colcord 9.5 mi 6.5
COLCORD ES Colcord 9.5 mi 7.0
DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL Decatur 12.2 mi 5.7
DECATUR MIDDLE SCHOOL Decatur 12.2 mi 7.2
WESTVILLE JHS Westville 13.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,620

Median Home Value

$218,700

Median Rent

$936/mo

Population

23,703

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.4

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School Rating
BEEBE MIDDLE SCHOOL Beebe, AR 6.2
CABOT MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH Cabot, AR 6.2
HUNTSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntsville, AR 6.2
JACKSONVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville, AR 6.2
SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Batesville, AR 6.2
NORTH LITTLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE CAMPUS North Little Rock, AR 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Siloam Springs Middle School

What grades does Siloam Springs Middle School serve?

Siloam Springs Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Siloam Springs Middle School?

Siloam Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 696 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Siloam Springs Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Siloam Springs Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Siloam Springs Middle School rank in AR?

Siloam Springs Middle School ranks #533 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Siloam Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Siloam Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Siloam Springs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Siloam Springs Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Siloam Springs Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Siloam Springs Middle School a Title I school?

No, Siloam Springs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Siloam Springs Middle School?

56.8% of students at Siloam Springs 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
696
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

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