Gary E. Cobb Middle School

About Gary E. Cobb Middle School

Gary E. Cobb Middle School is a public middle school located in the heart of Texas. It is part of the Austin Independent School District and serves students in grades 6-8. The school has a rich history of academic excellence and a commitment to providing students with a quality education.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students. The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, such as art, music, drama, and athletics. The school also provides a variety of support services, including counseling, tutoring, and health services.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is committed to helping students reach their fullest potential. The school strives to provide a positive learning environment that encourages students to take risks and explore new ideas. The school also works to develop the skills necessary for students to become successful adults.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school is committed to providing a quality education and a safe and supportive learning environment.

Address:	11986 Hwy 196 Texarkana, AR 71854
Phone:	(870) 653-2132
Site:	gcms.dragons1.k12.ar.us
Grades:	5 – 8
Enrollment:	393 students

Overview Gary E. Cobb Middle School

Gary E. Cobb Middle School serves 393 students in grades 5-8.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Gary E. Cobb Middle School

Gary E. Cobb Middle School is ranked within the top 5% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Gary E. Cobb Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.