Serving 398 students in grades 7-9, Nashville Junior High 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 49% 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: 7-9
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nashville Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nashville, AR, covering approximately 236.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 16.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashville 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
Nashville Junior High School's student population of 398 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
It's a Great Day to Be a Scrapper!
School Rankings
Nashville Junior High 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 Nashville Junior High School is 0.63, 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
#377 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
21%
19%
White
51%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashville Junior High School's ranking?
Nashville Junior High School is ranked #377 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Nashville Junior High School?
398 students attend Nashville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Nashville Junior High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashville Junior High School?
Nashville Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nashville Junior High School offer ?
Nashville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nashville Junior High School part of?
Nashville Junior High School is part of Nashville School District.
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