Arab Junior High School ranked #188 in Alabama in 2023, a decline from its peak rank of #77 in 2012, placing it in the top 20% statewide but showing downward movement in recent years.
Math proficiency was 55% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30% yet notably below the district average of 60%; reading proficiency was 59%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 42%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment was 592 students in grades 6–8 for 2023, with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1; minority enrollment remained low at 9%, while 43% of students qualified for free lunch, reflecting an increase from prior years.
The school experienced a rise in free lunch eligibility from 19% in 2022 to 43% in 2023, indicating a growing share of socioeconomically disadvantaged students in this Union County AL junior high school.
Arab Junior High School served grades 6 through 8 with 37 teachers, maintaining a relatively low student–teacher ratio compared to past years, supporting closer student attention.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arab Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Arab, AL, covering approximately 13.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge located up to 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arab Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Arab Junior High School's student population of 563 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Arab Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arab Junior High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
31%
White
92%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/03/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arab Junior High School's ranking?
Arab Junior High School is ranked #188 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Arab Junior High School often compared to?
Arab Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guntersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Arab Junior High School?
563 students attend Arab Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Arab Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arab Junior High School?
Arab Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arab Junior High School offer ?
Arab Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arab Junior High School part of?
Arab Junior High School is part of Arab City School District.
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