Serving 412 students in grades 7-9, Pottsville Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pottsville Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottsville, AR, encompassing approximately 70.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pottsville Junior High School's student population of 412 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pottsville Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pottsville Junior High School is 0.19, 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
#160 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
90%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pottsville Junior High School's ranking?
Pottsville Junior High School is ranked #160 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pottsville Junior High School often compared to?
Pottsville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pottsville Junior High School?
412 students attend Pottsville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pottsville Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pottsville Junior High School?
Pottsville Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pottsville Junior High School offer ?
Pottsville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pottsville Junior High School part of?
Pottsville Junior High School is part of Pottsville School District.
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