Serving 182 students in grades 6-8, Jessieville Middle School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jessieville Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Jessieville school district, covering approximately 201.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessieville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jessieville Middle School's student population of 182 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
182 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
To engage, educate, and empower students who are essential to our community now and in the future.
School Rankings
Jessieville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessieville Middle School is 0.24, 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
#399 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessieville Middle School's ranking?
Jessieville Middle School is ranked #399 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Jessieville Middle School often compared to?
Jessieville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Pine High School, Jessieville Elementary School, Jessieville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Jessieville Middle School?
182 students attend Jessieville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jessieville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessieville Middle School?
Jessieville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jessieville Middle School offer ?
Jessieville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jessieville Middle School part of?
Jessieville Middle School is part of Jessieville School District.
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