Serving 299 students in grades 7-9, Booneville Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Booneville Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Booneville school district, covering approximately 203.3 square miles in Booneville, AR. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 8.6 miles and the furthest edge extending 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Booneville Jr High School's student population of 299 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Booneville Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booneville Jr High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
84%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booneville Jr High School's ranking?
Booneville Jr High School is ranked #431 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Booneville Jr High School?
299 students attend Booneville Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Booneville Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booneville Jr High School?
Booneville Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Booneville Jr High School offer ?
Booneville Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Booneville Jr High School part of?
Booneville Jr High School is part of Booneville School District.
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