What grades does ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL serve?

ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves families in the ALMA area.

Where is ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL located?

ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is a urban school in ALMA, AR.

What school district is ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL in?

ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL operates under ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT, serving students in ALMA. ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT includes 4 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is 20:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT?

There are 4 schools in ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT, serving students across the area.

What schools are in ALMA, AR?

Schools in ALMA include ALMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL and others operated by ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district serves families throughout the ALMA area.

What school district serves ALMA, AR?

ALMA is served by ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 4 schools in the area.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Tue

Noon Dismissal for JH Wrestlinghalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break - No School BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

No School for ThanksgivingHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

No School for ThanksgivingHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

No School for ThanksgivingHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Noon Dismissal for HS Wrestlinghalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

3–5

Enrollment

700

Student:Teacher

20:1

Locale

Suburban

District

ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

53.3%

Phone

(479)632-2166

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

31%

33th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

32%

42th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

26.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

24 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.6:1

Worse than average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

720

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

1.25

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,279

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,537

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,537

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 58%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$199,840

+3.5% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Fort Smith, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.2%

Unemployment rate

8.9%

Uninsured residents

14.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

456

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

456

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

65%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

123 (27%)

Speech/Language Impairment

119 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

114 (25%)

Intellectual Disability

54 (12%)

Autism

32 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

685

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Nov 17, 2026

Noon Dismissal for JH Wrestling

half_day

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break - No School

Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.

Break

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

No School for Thanksgiving

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in ALMA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Alma Intermediate School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No School District-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	10:00 Late Start for Teacher InserviceDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	1:00 Dismissal for Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	10 Late Start for Teacher InserviceDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Teacher PLC Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	No School (Students/Teachers)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	2:00 Dismissal for Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	No School for Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Noon Dismissal for JH WrestlingDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School District-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School for ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	No School for ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	No School for ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Noon Dismissal for HS WrestlingDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	MAP Testing (K-12)District-wide Review the testing notice for grade levels and assessment procedures.	exam	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	10 Late Start for Teacher InserviceDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	MAP Testing (K-12)District-wide Review the testing notice for grade levels and assessment procedures.	exam	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Secondary Christmas Music ConcertDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	2:00 Dismissal for Semester TestDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Elementary Christmas Music Concert, PK-3rd followed by 4th-6thDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	2:00 Dismissal for Semester TestDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sat, Dec 19, 2026	Christmas Break Dec 19-Jan 4District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	10 Late Start for Teacher InserviceDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	1pm Dismissal for Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 18, 2027	2pm Dismissal for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	No School for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	2 PM Dismissal for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	No School for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	No School for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	2 PM Dismissal for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	No School for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	No School for Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	SPRING BREAKDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	2PM Dismissal for Easter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School for Easter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	No School for Easter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	7th and 8th Grade NSCAS ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	8th Grade NSCAS Science TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	3rd-6th Grade NSCAS ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	Noon Dismissal for JH TrackDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	5th Grade NSCAS Science TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	7th and 8th NSCAS Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	3rd-6th Grade NSCAS Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	10:00 Late Start for Teacher InserviceDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	2:00 Dismissal for Semester TestsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	2:00 Dismissal for Semester TestsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—