Serving 670 students in grades 5-6, Bright Field Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bright Field Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bright Field Middle School's student population of 670 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Bright Field Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bright Field Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 997 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
67%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bright Field Middle School's ranking?
Bright Field Middle School is ranked #5 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bright Field Middle School often compared to?
Bright Field Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Barker Middle School, Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bright Field Middle School?
670 students attend Bright Field Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bright Field Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bright Field Middle School?
Bright Field Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bright Field Middle School offer ?
Bright Field Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bright Field Middle School part of?
Bright Field Middle School is part of Bentonville School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day of School for Students
August 12, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
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