Serving 1,568 students in grades 8-9, Conway Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Conway Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Conway, AR, encompassing approximately 125.4 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.9 miles, with the furthest point being 9.9 miles away, and most families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conway Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Conway Junior High School's student population of 1,568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,568 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Conway Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conway Junior High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#217 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
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
14%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conway Junior High School's ranking?
Conway Junior High School is ranked #217 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Conway Junior High School often compared to?
Conway Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vilonia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Conway Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Conway Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Conway Junior High School?
1,568 students attend Conway Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Conway Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conway Junior High School?
Conway Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Conway Junior High School offer ?
Conway Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Conway Junior High School part of?
Conway Junior High School is part of Conway School District.
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