John L Colbert Middle School serves 442 students in grades 5-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of John L Colbert Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
19%
19%
White
46%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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
How many students attend John L Colbert Middle School?
442 students attend John L Colbert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of John L Colbert Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John L Colbert Middle School?
John L Colbert Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does John L Colbert Middle School offer ?
John L Colbert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is John L Colbert Middle School part of?
John L Colbert Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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