Serving 566 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (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 566 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Red and Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Nettleton Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 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 equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#807 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
55%
19%
White
25%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettleton Junior High School's ranking?
Nettleton Junior High School is ranked #807 out of 989 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 Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Nettleton Junior High School?
566 students attend Nettleton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nettleton Junior High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nettleton Junior High School?
Nettleton Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettleton Junior High School offer ?
Nettleton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nettleton Junior High School part of?
Nettleton Junior High School is part of Nettleton School District.
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