HELEN TYSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

www.sdale.org

786 Students

Middle School 6th - 7th

School Overview

Helen Tyson Middle School is a public school located in Springdale, Arkansas, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Springdale Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive middle-level education that fosters academic growth and social development. The school is known for its dedication to preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a robust curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies—with various extracurricular opportunities.

The school places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive and supportive environment for its diverse student body. By integrating modern instructional practices and community-focused initiatives, Helen Tyson Middle School aims to cultivate a culture of excellence and lifelong learning. Through its official website, families can access resources, stay updated on school events, and engage with the faculty to ensure a collaborative educational experience for all students in the Springdale community.

786

Total Students

57.9

Full-Time Teachers

13.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HELEN TYSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	161
Hispanic	464
Black	21
Asian	5
Two or More	21
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	110

Hispanic
464 (59.0 %)
White
161 (20.5 %)
Pacific Islander
110 (14.0 %)
Black
21 (2.7 %)
Two or More
21 (2.7 %)
Asian
5 (0.6 %)
American Indian
4 (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:	SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(479)750-8720
Website:	http://www.sdale.org
Grade Range:	6th - 7th
Total Students:	786
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	57.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	448
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	117

* 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 6 400

Grade 7 386