Serving 436 students in grades 8-9, Clarksville Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clarksville Junior High School's student population of 436 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarksville Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarksville Junior High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
40%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
45%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarksville Junior High School's ranking?
Clarksville Junior High School is ranked #507 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Clarksville Junior High School often compared to?
Clarksville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School, Oark High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarksville Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Clarksville Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 84%.
How many students attend Clarksville Junior High School?
436 students attend Clarksville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Clarksville Junior High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarksville Junior High School?
Clarksville Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarksville Junior High School offer ?
Clarksville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarksville Junior High School part of?
Clarksville Junior High School is part of Clarksville School District.
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