Serving 478 students in grades 7-9, Estem Junior High Public Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estem Junior High Public Charter School's student population of 478 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estem Junior High Public Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estem Junior High Public Charter School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
60%
20%
White
24%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estem Junior High Public Charter School's ranking?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School is ranked #435 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Estem Junior High Public Charter School often compared to?
Estem Junior High Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Estem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Estem Junior High Public Charter School?
478 students attend Estem Junior High Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Estem Junior High Public Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estem Junior High Public Charter School?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Estem Junior High Public Charter School offer ?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Estem Junior High Public Charter School part of?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School is part of Estem Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Estem Junior High Public Charter School located?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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