MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL

MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT
320R MENA ST
MENA, AR 71953
375 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
375
Total Students
30.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    327 (87.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (5.6 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.4 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (1.9 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (479)394-2572
Website: http://www.menaschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 375
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 182
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 120
Grade 7 133
Grade 8 122
Gender Ratio