Serving 886 students in grades 8-9, Russellville Jr. High School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- 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 886 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russellville Jr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 993 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 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
7%
20%
White
59%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Russellville Jr. High School's ranking?
Russellville Jr. High School is ranked #215 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
886 students attend Russellville Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Russellville Jr. High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% 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 14:1, 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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