Serving 808 students in grades 8-9, Russellville Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Russellville Jr. High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Russellville School District, covering approximately 99.4 square miles. The area is generally located in Russellville, AR, with typical drive times of 10 to 15 minutes to the school and distances to the zone's edge averaging 5.9 miles, reaching up to 10.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russellville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Russellville Junior High School's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russellville Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville Junior High School is 0.58, 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
#293 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
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)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russellville Junior High School's ranking?
Russellville Junior High School is ranked #293 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Russellville Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Russellville Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Russellville Junior High School?
808 students attend Russellville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Russellville Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russellville Junior High School?
Russellville Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Russellville Junior High School offer ?
Russellville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russellville Junior High School part of?
Russellville Junior High School is part of Russellville School District.
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