Elkins Middle School vs Mena Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arkansas, United States, 160 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkins Middle School
Elkins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
394 students
Mena Middle School
Mena · Public middle · Grades 6–8
393 students
| Measure | Elkins Middle School Elkins, Arkansas | Mena Middle School Mena, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 211 | #91 of 211 |
| National rank | #7359 of 15,369 | #6604 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 394 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| city | Elkins | Mena |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mena Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.8 vs 51.3).
- •Mena Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Mena Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Elkins Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 63.1%).
- •Mena Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.8).
- •Elkins Middle School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 393.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elkins Middle School better than Mena Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mena Middle School ranks higher (54.8 vs 51.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elkins Middle School and Mena Middle School?
About 160 km in a straight line, between Elkins and Mena in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkins Middle School: 394. Mena Middle School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkins Middle School and Mena Middle School rank in Arkansas?
Elkins Middle School is 105th of 211 and Mena Middle School is 91st of 211 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).