Ruth Barker Middle School

Ruth Barker Middle School

Public Elementary School | Grade 5-6
500 SE 18th St,  Bentonville, AR
Bentonville Public Schools
4.6
497 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Eric Hipp
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
58%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
64.3%
Science
54.4%
English
77.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
341:1

Student Diversity

Male
54%
Female
46%
White
66.4%
Hispanic
15.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.1%
Two or more races
4.7%
Black
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.8%
Native American
1.6%
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School Rankings

#6 Best Public MS in Arkansas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/17/2025
My daughter is at RBMS and it seems like a perfect transition from elementary to junior high. The staff are very engaged and supportive. They communicate well with parents and the other branches of school district. Very excited for my two younger sons to attend RBMS in a few years,
5.0 parent
2/24/2018
I was very happy with my son's experience at Barker. I wish the administration and staff could have come with him when he went to Junior High.
5.0 parent
8/14/2013
I couldn't be happier with our experiences at Barker! My child was re zoned to attend this school so we came in with very little knowledge or expectations - that soon changed and my child had an amazing 5th grade year! Their creative teaching methods and positive energy was contagious! My child neve...
5.0 parent
2/10/2012
Excellent teachers, curriculum & admin. We are so pleased with Barker. Communication between school and home has been wonderful. I know my 5th grader will be prepared for 6th.

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Ruth Barker Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-6 in Bentonville, AR, in the Bentonville neighborhood, and is served by the Bentonville Public Schools in Arkansas. The school has a total enrollment of 497 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 58% are proficient in reading. Ruth Barker Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $534,121. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bentonville High School, Thaden School, Haas Hall Academy Bentonville, and more. Learn more about what Bentonville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ruth Barker Middle School.

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