Serving 16 students in grades 7-12, Harrisburg Jtc School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg Jtc School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrisburg Jtc School's student population of 16 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisburg Jtc School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Jtc School is 0.47, 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
#209 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
63%
19%
White
37%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Jtc School's ranking?
Harrisburg Jtc School is ranked #209 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg Jtc School?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg Jtc School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harrisburg Jtc School?
16 students attend Harrisburg Jtc School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harrisburg Jtc School students are Black, and 37% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg Jtc School?
Harrisburg Jtc School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Jtc School offer ?
Harrisburg Jtc School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg Jtc School part of?
Harrisburg Jtc School is part of Arkansas Youth Services School System School District.
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