DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MONTICELLO, AR with about 301 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 250 University Drive in Monticello, Arkansas, serves as a key component of the Drew Central School District. As a middle-level institution, the school is dedicated to bridging the academic and developmental transition between elementary and high school. The campus is situated in a region with strong ties to the University of Arkansas at Monticello, fostering a local environment that values educational advancement and community connection.

The school focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students during their formative adolescent years. Through the district’s official portal at [www.drewcentral.org](http://www.drewcentral.org), families and community members can access information regarding academic programs, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to prepare students for future success through both classroom rigor and character-building opportunities.

For more information, contact DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL at (870) 367-5235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.