Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Butterfield Trail Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butterfield Trail Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Butterfield Trail Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butterfield Trail Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
56%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield Trail Middle School's ranking?
Butterfield Trail Middle School is ranked #549 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Butterfield Trail Middle School often compared to?
Butterfield Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Trail Middle School?
557 students attend Butterfield Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Butterfield Trail Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterfield Trail Middle School?
Butterfield Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butterfield Trail Middle School offer ?
Butterfield Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butterfield Trail Middle School part of?
Butterfield Trail Middle School is part of Van Buren School District.
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