MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL

MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MENA, AR with about 400 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 31 teachers, MENA 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.

MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public educational institution located in Mena, Arkansas, serving students in the Polk County area. As part of the Mena School District, the school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on the specific academic, social, and emotional needs of students during their adolescent years. The campus at 320R Mena Street serves as a hub for middle-grades learning, aiming to foster a supportive environment where students can develop foundational skills and explore new interests through a comprehensive curriculum.

The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and academic preparation, aligning its operations with the broader goals of the Mena School District. By utilizing its official website, http://www.menaschools.org, the school maintains clear communication with parents and guardians regarding academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and district policies. Through its commitment to student growth and institutional transparency, MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to prepare its student body for the rigors of high school and long-term academic success.

For more information, contact MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL at (479) 394-2572 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

320R MENA ST
MENA, AR 71953
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MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MENA, AR with about 400 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
400
Teachers:
31.17
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 400 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.5%
Hispanic/Latino
6.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.8%
Black or African American
1.5%
Asian
1.3%
Two or more races
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
50.8%
Male
49.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.