Serving 723 students in grades 8-9, George 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 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Junior High School serves the southern part of Springdale, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Junior High School's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
723 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Teach Them All, All Means All.
School Rankings
George Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Junior High School is 0.49, 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
#895 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
21%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wranglers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Junior High School's ranking?
George Junior High School is ranked #895 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are George Junior High School often compared to?
George Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Junior High School, Lakeside Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Junior High School?
The graduation rate of George Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend George Junior High School?
723 students attend George Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of George Junior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Junior High School?
George Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Junior High School offer ?
George Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Junior High School part of?
George Junior High School is part of Springdale School District.
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