Serving 298 students in grades 9, Greenwood Freshman Center ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 21% 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: 9
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Freshman Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenwood Freshman Center's student population of 298 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Greenwood Freshman Center 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 Greenwood Freshman Center is 0.37, 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
#149 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
79%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Freshman Center's ranking?
Greenwood Freshman Center is ranked #149 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Freshman Center?
298 students attend Greenwood Freshman Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Greenwood Freshman Center students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood Freshman Center?
Greenwood Freshman Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood Freshman Center offer ?
Greenwood Freshman Center offers enrollment in grades 9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood Freshman Center part of?
Greenwood Freshman Center is part of Greenwood School District.
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