Serving 901 students in grades 8-9, Russellville Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russellville Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Russellville Jr. High School's student population of 901 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russellville Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville Jr. High School is 0.58, 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
#305 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
7%
19%
White
58%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Russellville Jr. High School's ranking?
Russellville Jr. High School is ranked #305 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russellville Jr. High School?
The graduation rate of Russellville Jr. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Russellville Jr. High School?
901 students attend Russellville Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Russellville Jr. High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russellville Jr. High School?
Russellville Jr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russellville Jr. High School offer ?
Russellville Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Russellville Jr. High School part of?
Russellville Jr. High School is part of Russellville School District.
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