Serving 698 students in grades 7-8, Ahlf Junior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ahlf Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ahlf Junior High School's student population of 698 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ahlf Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ahlf Junior High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
11%
20%
White
68%
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
38%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahlf Junior High School's ranking?
Ahlf Junior High School is ranked #133 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ahlf Junior High School often compared to?
Ahlf Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Co. Central High School, Riverview Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Ahlf Junior High School?
698 students attend Ahlf Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ahlf Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ahlf Junior High School?
Ahlf Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ahlf Junior High School offer ?
Ahlf Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ahlf Junior High School part of?
Ahlf Junior High School is part of Searcy School District.
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