For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 682 students in Junction City, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Junction City, AR are Junction City Elem. School and Junction City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Junction City, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Junction City have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Junction City, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elem. School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Holly Rd
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4578
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4578
Grades: K-6
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Junction City High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
520 N Elm Rd
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4576
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4576
Grades: 7-12
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Junction City, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Junction City, AR include Junction City Elem. School and Junction City High School.
How many public schools are located in Junction City?
2 public schools are located in Junction City.
What is the racial composition of students in Junction City?
Junction City public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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