For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 317 students in 71749, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71749, AR is Junction City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71749 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 71749, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71749, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction City High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 North Elm Street
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 899-4048
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 899-4048
Gr: 7-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71749, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71749, AR include Junction City High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71749?
1 public middle schools are located in 71749.
What is the racial composition of students in 71749?
71749 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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