J. O. Kelly Middle School

About J. O. Kelly Middle School

J. O. Kelly Middle School is an exemplary school in the city of Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 1967, the school has a long history of providing quality education to its students. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment in which students can learn and grow. At J. O. Kelly, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their potential. The school offers a variety of courses and activities to engage students in learning. Core subjects such as mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts are taught, but the school also offers a wide range of electives, including music, art, physical education, and foreign language. The school also has a strong focus on extracurricular activities. Students can participate in sports, clubs, and other activities to explore their interests and develop their skills. The school also offers a variety of after-school programs to help students excel academically and socially. J. O. Kelly Middle School is an excellent school that offers a supportive environment for students to learn and grow. With its commitment to quality education and diverse opportunities, the school is a great place for students to explore their potential and prepare for the future.

Address:	1879 E Robinson Springdale, AR 72764
Phone:	(479) 750-8730
Site:	kelly.sdale.org
Grades:	6 – 7
Enrollment:	642 students

Overview J. O. Kelly Middle School

J. O. Kelly Middle School serves 642 students in grades 6-7.
J. O. Kelly Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Verdict on J. O. Kelly Middle School

J. O. Kelly Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 J. O. Kelly Middle School is 0.51, 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.