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Helen Tyson Middle School

3304 S 40TH, SPRINGDALE, AR, 72762

About Helen Tyson Middle School

Helen Tyson Middle School at 3307 South 48th Street in Springdale. It has 950 students in grades 6 and 7, with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. 33% of students are good at math and 46% are good at reading. There are 50% male and 50% female in total. The school environment is a place where students can learn and where new ideas are always welcome. The lessons are made to fit the unique needs of sixth and seventh graders as they grow. The campus has a lot of room for learning activities both inside and outside. Prices for homes in Springdale range from $180,000 to $330,000. Parents often talk about the tough academic tests and strong leadership from the administration. One ofthe best middle schools in Arkansas is this one. There is always new residential development and growth in the real estate market in Springdale. Families like that the school focuses on getting students ready for the next grade level. Parents say that the school runs professionally and in an organized way.

Contact Information

Address

3304 S 40TH, SPRINGDALE, AR, 72762

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Phone

(479) 750-8720

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 33%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 33% in Reading.
53
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
675
Total Students
$50031
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 82 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Helen Tyson Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:05 AM – 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:50 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 21.48%
Asian 0.89%
Hispanic 54.96%
Black 2.37%
Two+ Races 2.67%
Native Am. 0.89%
White
21.48%
Asian
0.89%
Hispanic
54.96%
Black
2.37%
Two+ Races
2.67%
Native Am.
0.89%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 675
44.74%
302 Female
55.26%
373 Male

Student Population

675 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

337 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Helen Tyson Middle School students recently participated in a district-wide service project to support local food banks in early 2026. Principal Patrick Scott praised the student body for their exceptional performance in the recent mid-year academic assessments. The school is currently preparing for its 2026-2027 course registration window to help students plan their future academic paths.

FAQ

Q1. What is Helen Tyson Middle School's policy on laptops?

Ans. Students get their own digital devices to use for schoolwork every day, and they have to follow the district's technology agreement.

Q2. Does Helen Tyson Middle School have any music classes?

Ans. Students can take band, choir, or orchestra classes to improve their musical skills and play in concerts at different times of the year.

Q3. When does Helen Tyson Middle School have its orientation?

Ans. In the weeks before the start of the school year, parents and students usually have orientation sessions.

Q4. Does Helen Tyson Middle School have a gym class?

Ans. All students must take physical education classes to encourage healthy lifestyles and physical activity.

Q5. How do you get to see your grades at Helen Tyson Middle School?

Ans. The district's online Home Access Center portal lets parents check on their child's grades and schoolwork at any time.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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