Drew Central Middle School

About Drew Central Middle School

Drew Central Middle School is a vibrant and welcoming community of learners. Located in rural Arkansas, the school is home to a diverse student body with a wide range of academic abilities. With a strong focus on academic excellence, Drew Central Middle School provides a rigorous and well-rounded education to its students.
The school offers a variety of core classes, including math, science, social studies, and English. In addition, the school offers a wide range of electives, including art, music, physical education, and technology. Drew Central Middle School also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports teams, clubs, and after-school programs.
At Drew Central Middle School, teachers and staff strive to create a learning environment that is both safe and encouraging. Through positive relationships, the school works to create a sense of belonging and foster a sense of pride in the school community. The school also offers a variety of support services to help students succeed, including counseling, tutoring, and mentoring.
Drew Central Middle School is a great place for students to learn, grow, and thrive. With its focus on academic excellence and its commitment to creating a positive learning environment, Drew Central Middle School is an excellent choice for any student.

Address:	250 University Dr Monticello, AR 71655
Phone:	(870) 367-5235
Site:	www.drewcentral.org
Grades:	5 – 8
Enrollment:	341 students

Overview Drew Central Middle School

Drew Central Middle School serves 341 students in grades 5-8.
Drew Central 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 17% (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 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Drew Central Middle School

Drew Central 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 Drew Central Middle School is 0.50, 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.