Swifton Middle School

About Swifton Middle School

Swifton Middle School is a vibrant learning environment for students in grades 6-8. Located in the heart of the city, Swifton is a diverse and inclusive school that strives to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all students. The school is dedicated to developing the academic and social skills of its students in order to prepare them for success in high school and beyond.
Swifton offers a variety of engaging classes, including core subjects like math, science, and language arts. In addition, students can explore a range of electives such as music, art, and physical education. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports teams, clubs, and after-school programs.
At Swifton, the staff is committed to helping each student reach their full potential. The school provides a range of support services to ensure that all students are able to reach their academic and personal goals. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students develop the skills they need to make positive contributions to their community and the world.
Swifton Middle School is a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive. With its supportive environment, engaging classes, and extracurricular activities, Swifton is an ideal place for students to learn and develop into successful adults.

Address:	300 Ashley Swifton, AR 72471
Phone:	(870) 485-2336
Site:	bulldogs.k12.ar.us
Grades:	5 – 7
Enrollment:	206 students

Overview Swifton Middle School

Swifton Middle School serves 206 students in grades 5-7.
Swifton Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Swifton Middle School

Swifton Middle School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Swifton Middle School is 0.19, 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.