What grades does DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

As a Middle school, DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL serves students in MONTICELLO, AR. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

You can find DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL in MONTICELLO, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL?

At DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, there are approximately 13.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in MONTICELLO, AR?

DREW CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL is among the schools serving MONTICELLO, AR. The school is part of the local school system.

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Drew Central Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|MONTICELLO, Arkansas|DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

MONTICELLO, AR 71655

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Sat

Lori McDougald Memorial Invitational- CCHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break-No Students/StaffBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Daytime MS Choir Christmas ConcertHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Christmas Break-No Students/StaffBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

5–8

Enrollment

346

Student:Teacher

13.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)367-5235

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

23%

16th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

17%

13th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

15.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

42 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.2:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

350

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,666

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,228

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,530

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 53%Local 27%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

33.3%

Below 150% poverty line

3.2%

Unemployment rate

4.7%

Uninsured residents

12.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

188

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

188

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

54%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

52 (28%)

Other Health Impairment

48 (26%)

Speech/Language Impairment

38 (20%)

Autism

22 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

19 (10%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

360

Current enrollment

Growing(+16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Sep 19, 2026

Lori McDougald Memorial Invitational- CC

Mrs. Bush, Please update rosters and departure times here.

Holiday

Fri, Nov 20, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break-No Students/Staff

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Drew Central Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No Student/StaffDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	Lori McDougald Memorial Invitational- CCDistrict-wide Mrs. Bush, Please update rosters and departure times here.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break-No Students/StaffDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Daytime MS Choir Christmas ConcertDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break-No Students/StaffDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Basketball Hosts Commercial Bank Holiday TournamentDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK-No Students/StaffDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day-No Students/StaffDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break-No Students/StaffDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	End of Year PD Day #10District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—