Serving 519 students in grades 7-8, Beebe Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beebe Junior High School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beebe Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beebe Junior High School is 0.30, which is less 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
#320 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
4%
19%
White
83%
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
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beebe Junior High School's ranking?
Beebe Junior High School is ranked #320 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Beebe Junior High School?
519 students attend Beebe Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Beebe Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beebe Junior High School?
Beebe Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beebe Junior High School offer ?
Beebe Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beebe Junior High School part of?
Beebe Junior High School is part of Beebe School District.
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