Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, Jacksonville Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacksonville Middle School's student population of 926 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacksonville Middle 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 Jacksonville Middle School is 0.61, 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
#891 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
57%
19%
White
23%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Middle School's ranking?
Jacksonville Middle School is ranked #891 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Middle School?
926 students attend Jacksonville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jacksonville Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville Middle School?
Jacksonville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Middle School offer ?
Jacksonville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacksonville Middle School part of?
Jacksonville Middle School is part of Jacksonville North Pulaski School District.
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