Serving 681 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 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- 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 681 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
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 0.33, which is less 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
#11 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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?
681 students attend Washington Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washington Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
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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