Serving 249 students in grades 5-8, Prescott 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 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 49% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prescott Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Prescott Junior High School's student population of 249 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prescott 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 Prescott Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#896 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
41%
19%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prescott Junior High School's ranking?
Prescott Junior High School is ranked #896 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Prescott Junior High School?
249 students attend Prescott Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Prescott Junior High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prescott Junior High School?
Prescott Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prescott Junior High School offer ?
Prescott Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Prescott Junior High School part of?
Prescott Junior High School is part of Prescott School District.
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