Serving 616 students in grades 7-8, Barton Jr. High School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barton Jr. High School's student population of 616 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barton Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Jr. High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
46%
19%
White
36%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Jr. High School's ranking?
Barton Jr. High School is ranked #616 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Barton Jr. High School often compared to?
Barton Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, El Dorado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Barton Jr. High School?
616 students attend Barton Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Barton Jr. High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barton Jr. High School?
Barton Jr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barton Jr. High School offer ?
Barton Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barton Jr. High School part of?
Barton Jr. High School is part of El Dorado School District.
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