Serving 410 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 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nashville Junior High School's student population of 410 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nashville Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nashville Junior High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
20%
19%
White
53%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashville Junior High School's ranking?
Nashville Junior High School is ranked #441 out of 997 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
410 students attend Nashville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nashville Junior High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nashville Junior High School offer ?
Nashville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashville Junior High School part of?
Nashville Junior High School is part of Nashville School District.
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