Serving 318 students in grades 7-12, Junction City High School ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Junction City High School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junction City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction City High School is 0.54, 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
#780 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
42%
19%
White
54%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction City High School's ranking?
Junction City High School is ranked #780 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Junction City High School often compared to?
Junction City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkers Chapel High School, El Dorado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Junction City High School?
The graduation rate of Junction City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Junction City High School?
318 students attend Junction City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Junction City High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junction City High School?
Junction City High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Junction City High School offer ?
Junction City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Junction City High School part of?
Junction City High School is part of Junction City School District.
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