Serving 1,630 students in grades 8-9, Bryant Junior 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 44% (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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bryant Junior High School's student population of 1,630 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
1,630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bryant Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Junior High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#246 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
22%
20%
White
57%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Junior High School's ranking?
Bryant Junior High School is ranked #246 out of 997 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?
44% 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).
How many students attend Bryant Junior High School?
1,630 students attend Bryant Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bryant Junior High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bryant Junior High School?
Bryant Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bryant Junior High School offer ?
Bryant Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Bryant Junior High School part of?
Bryant Junior High School is part of Bryant School District.
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