Serving 627 students in grades 7-8, Greenwood Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood 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
Greenwood Junior High School's student population of 627 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Junior High School is 0.34, 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
#61 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Greenwood Junior High School's ranking?
Greenwood Junior High School is ranked #61 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Junior High School?
627 students attend Greenwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Greenwood Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood Junior High School?
Greenwood Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood Junior High School offer ?
Greenwood Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood Junior High School part of?
Greenwood Junior High School is part of Greenwood School District.
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