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Ruth Barker Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27
Middle|BENTONVILLE, Arkansas|BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BENTONVILLE, AR 72712
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Upcoming Events
Oct
26
Mon
Fall Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide
Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and teacher assignments.
Oct
27
Tue
Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide
Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.
Oct
27
Tue
PT ConferencesEvent
Oct
28
Wed
October Leadership MeetingEvent
Oct
30
Fri
Officer Loncarevic Drug/Alcohol PrevEvent
Nov
2
Mon
Atlas Testing K-2nd gradeexamDistrict-wide
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School Profile
Grades
5–6
Enrollment
491
Student:Teacher
19.6:1
Locale
Urban
District
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICTEcon. Disadvantaged
28.9%
Phone
(479)696-3300School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
51%
85th percentile in AR
Math Proficiency
48%
73th percentile in AR
Chronic Absenteeism
22.5%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
Gifted & Talented
49 students enrolled
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Better than average in ARTechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
575
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
59
100% fully certified
Counselors
1.5
Nurses
2.4000001
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,377
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$7,307
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$14,401
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 8%State 35%Local 57%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$360,612
+3.2% 1yr+51.5% 5yr
Fayetteville, AR metro area
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
14.9%
Below 150% poverty line
2.8%
Unemployment rate
9.4%
Uninsured residents
10.2%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
2,183
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
2,183
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Speech/Language Impairment
544 (25%)
Specific Learning Disability
538 (25%)
Other Health Impairment
440 (20%)
Autism
385 (18%)
Intellectual Disability
154 (7%)
Emotional Disturbance
33 (2%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
530
Current enrollment
Stable(-0% 5yr)Coming Up
Mon, Oct 26, 2026
Fall Parent Teacher Conferences
Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and teacher assignments.
Staff DayTue, Oct 27, 2026
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.
Staff DayTue, Oct 27, 2026
PT Conferences
EventFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ruth Barker Middle School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day-No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | UPAR Testing 7th District-wide |
| Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | Parent - Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and registration details. |
| Tue, Sep 22, 2026 | Parent/Teacher ConferenceDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for conference scheduling information. |
| Mon, Sep 28, 2026 | ATLAS Interim TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing window notice for dates and registration requirements. |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information. |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | ATLAS Interim TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing window notice for dates and registration requirements. |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | ATLAS Interim TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing window notice for dates and registration requirements. |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Atlas Testing K/select 1stDistrict-wide Check the testing notice for student eligibility and accommodation details. |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | ATLAS Interim TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing window notice for dates and registration requirements. |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | Atlas Testing 3rd/4th gradeDistrict-wide Check the testing schedule for student grade assignments and details. |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | World Teachers Day & Child Health DayDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | Atlas Testing 3rd/4th gradeDistrict-wide Check the testing schedule for student grade assignments and details. |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Atlas Testing 3rd/4th gradeDistrict-wide Check the testing schedule for student grade assignments and details. |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | Atlas Testing 3rd/4th gradeDistrict-wide Check the testing schedule for student grade assignments and details. |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | No School - PD DayDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Fall Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | No School - Virtual Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | Fall Break- NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Fall Book Fair Oct 21-27 |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | PSAT Testing Grades 10/11District-wide |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | 6th Grade TREC Seminar Check the seminar notice for topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Wooden Spoon Truck |
| Thu, Oct 22, 2026 | Fall Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and teacher assignments. |
| Thu, Oct 22, 2026 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Thu, Oct 22, 2026 | PT Conferences |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | Tailgate Party Check the event notice for tailgate party location and details. |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 | Fall Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and teacher assignments. |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information. |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | PT Conferences |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | October Leadership Meeting |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | Officer Loncarevic Drug/Alcohol Prev |
| Mon, Nov 2, 2026 | Atlas Testing K-2nd gradeDistrict-wide Check the assessment calendar for grade-level testing dates. |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Atlas Testing K-2nd gradeDistrict-wide Check the assessment calendar for grade-level testing dates. |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Atlas Testing K-2nd gradeDistrict-wide Check the assessment calendar for grade-level testing dates. |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | November Staff Meeting |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | Atlas Testing K-2nd gradeDistrict-wide Check the assessment calendar for grade-level testing dates. |
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | Picture Retakes |
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | Fire Drill |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | Flu Clinic Check the health office notice for clinic dates and registration details. |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | Fall Band Concert Check the event notice for performance details and ticket information. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | 6th Grade TREC Seminar Check the seminar notice for topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | November Leadership Meeting |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates. |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 | December Staff Meeting |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Fire Drill |
| Tue, Dec 8, 2026 | Fall Choir Concert Review the event notice for performance date, time and location. |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | School Spelling Bee Review the competition notice for participation details and rules. |
| Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | Music Recruitment Concert |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | Fall Orchestra Concert Check the event notice for performance date, time and location details. |
| Wed, Dec 16, 2026 | December Leadership Meeting |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | Last Day of 2nd Quarter |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | TWD (Virtual/Flex) |
| Tue, Dec 22, 2026 | Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates. |
| Wed, Jan 6, 2027 | January Staff Meeting |
| Tue, Jan 12, 2027 | Report Cards Sent Home |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 | Fire Drill |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 | Atlas Interim Dates |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | MLK Day No School |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 | Atlas Interim Dates |
| Wed, Jan 20, 2027 | Tornado Drill |
| Thu, Jan 21, 2027 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Tue, Jan 26, 2027 | 6th Grade TREC Seminar Check the seminar notice for topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Jan 27, 2027 | January Leadership Meeting |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | Instrument Fitting Night |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 | School Counselor Appreciation Week Review the school calendar for the week's recognition activities. |
| Wed, Feb 3, 2027 | February Staff Meeting |
| Tue, Feb 9, 2027 | What's Next Night |
| Fri, Feb 12, 2027 | Mid Month Celebration |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Content PD Check the professional development notice for session details. |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | P/T Conferences D1 |
| Fri, Feb 19, 2027 | Spring Pictures |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 | P/T Conferences D2 |
| Wed, Feb 24, 2027 | February Leadership Meeting |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | Fire Drill |
| Tue, Mar 2, 2027 | 6th Grade TREC Seminar Check the seminar notice for topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Mar 3, 2027 | March Staff Meeting |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | Fire Drill |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Instructional Rounds (Visitors from Middle Level) |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Last Day 3rd Quarter |
| Thu, Mar 18, 2027 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Thu, Mar 18, 2027 | Tornado Drill |
| Mon, Mar 22, 2027 | Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates. |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 | March Leadership Meeting |
| Mon, Apr 5, 2027 | Assistant Principal's Week |
| Tue, Apr 6, 2027 | 6th Grade TREC Seminar Check the seminar notice for topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 | April Staff Meeting |
| Thu, Apr 8, 2027 | Fire Drill |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Admin Appreciation Day |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 | Meeting PTO Review the meeting notice for PTO agenda and discussion items. |
| Fri, Apr 23, 2027 | Campus PD Check the professional development notice for session topics and schedule. |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | Spring Choir Concert Review the concert notice for performance date, time and ticket information. |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | April Leadership Meeting |
| Sat, May 1, 2027 | School Principal's Day |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 | May Staff Meeting |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 | Spring Orchestra Concert Check the event notice for concert time and location details. |
| Tue, May 11, 2027 | Spring Band Concert Review the performance notice for ticket and program details. |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 | Fire Drill |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Fun and Field Day |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Parties/Send Off |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | Last Day 4th Quarter |
| Mon, May 24, 2027 | TWD |
Showing 105 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about Ruth Barker Middle School
RUTH BARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 491 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT in BENTONVILLE, AR.
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