Serving 546 students in grades 7-8, Nettleton 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettleton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nettleton Junior High School's student population of 546 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettleton Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nettleton Junior High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
53%
20%
White
30%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettleton Junior High School's ranking?
Nettleton Junior High School is ranked #744 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Nettleton Junior High School often compared to?
Nettleton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Junior High School, Annie Camp Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Nettleton Junior High School?
546 students attend Nettleton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nettleton Junior High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettleton Junior High School?
Nettleton Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nettleton Junior High School offer ?
Nettleton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nettleton Junior High School part of?
Nettleton Junior High School is part of Nettleton School District.
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