Serving 709 students in grades 7-8, Washington Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Junior High School serves the northeast part of Bentonville, AR, covering an attendance area of approximately 41.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Junior High School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Washington Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#11 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Junior High School's ranking?
Washington Junior High School is ranked #11 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Washington Junior High School often compared to?
Washington Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Junior High School, J. William Fulbright Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Washington Junior High School?
709 students attend Washington Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Washington Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Junior High School?
Washington Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Junior High School offer ?
Washington Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Junior High School part of?
Washington Junior High School is part of Bentonville School District.
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