Serving 299 students in grades 7-8, Malvern Junior 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 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malvern Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Malvern Junior High School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Malvern Junior 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 Malvern Junior High School is 0.64, 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
#773 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
27%
19%
White
52%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malvern Junior High School's ranking?
Malvern Junior High School is ranked #773 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Malvern Junior High School?
299 students attend Malvern Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Malvern Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malvern Junior High School?
Malvern Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Malvern Junior High School offer ?
Malvern Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Malvern Junior High School part of?
Malvern Junior High School is part of Malvern School District.
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