Serving 358 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 36% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estem Junior High Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Estem Junior High Public Charter School's student population of 358 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estem Junior High Public Charter 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 Estem Junior High Public Charter School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
69%
19%
White
14%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estem Junior High Public Charter School's ranking?
Estem Junior High Public Charter School is ranked #328 out of 997 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?
36% 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).
How many students attend Estem Junior High Public Charter School?
358 students attend Estem Junior High Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Estem Junior High Public Charter School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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