Serving 1,597 students in grades 8-9, Conway Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conway Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Conway Junior High School's student population of 1,597 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Conway Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conway Junior 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
#182 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
28%
19%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Conway Junior High School's ranking?
Conway Junior High School is ranked #182 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Conway Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Conway Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Conway Junior High School?
1,597 students attend Conway Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Conway Junior High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conway Junior High School?
Conway Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Conway Junior High School offer ?
Conway Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Conway Junior High School part of?
Conway Junior High School is part of Conway School District.
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