J. A. Fair High School was a four-year public high school located in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. J. A. Fair was one of four comprehensive high schools of the Little Rock School District.
Serving 801 students in grades Kindergarten-8, J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory 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 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory 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 J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is 0.49, 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
#965 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
68%
19%
White
9%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: J. A. Fair Science And Technology Systems Magnet War Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School's ranking?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is ranked #965 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
801 students attend J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School offer ?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School part of?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is part of Little Rock School District.
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