Malvern Middle School vs Ozark Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arkansas, United States, 149 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Malvern Middle School
Malvern · Public middle · Grades 7–8
264 students
Ozark Middle School
Altus · Public middle · Grades 6–7
266 students
| Measure | Malvern Middle School Malvern, Arkansas | Ozark Middle School Altus, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #175 of 211 | #82 of 211 |
| National rank | #11376 of 15,369 | #6220 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 264 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 59% |
| city | Malvern | Altus |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ozark Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 32.6).
- •Ozark Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 29%).
- •Ozark Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 30%).
- •Ozark Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 76.9%).
- •Malvern Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 16.6).
- •Ozark Middle School is the larger school with 266 students compared with 264.
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 Malvern Middle School better than Ozark Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ozark Middle School ranks higher (56.6 vs 32.6 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 Malvern Middle School and Ozark Middle School?
About 149 km in a straight line, between Malvern and Altus in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Malvern Middle School: 264. Ozark Middle School: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Malvern Middle School and Ozark Middle School rank in Arkansas?
Malvern Middle School is 175th of 211 and Ozark Middle School is 82nd of 211 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).