Serving 852 students in grades 8-9, Central Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Junior High School serves the western part of Springdale, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 72.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, which extends as far as 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Junior High School's student population of 852 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
852 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Central Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Junior High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Junior High School's ranking?
Central Junior High School is ranked #181 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Central Junior High School often compared to?
Central Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Junior High School, Lakeside Junior High School, Southwest Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Central Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Central Junior High School?
852 students attend Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Central Junior High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Junior High School?
Central Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Junior High School offer ?
Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Junior High School part of?
Central Junior High School is part of Springdale School District.
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