Serving 498 students in grades 5-7, Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#322 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
32%
19%
White
47%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School's ranking?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is ranked #322 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School often compared to?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Doyle Middle School, Carl Stuart Middle School, Bob Courtway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School?
498 students attend Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School offer ?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School part of?
Ray/phyllis Simon Middle School is part of Conway School District.
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