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#599 of 1,036 schools in AR
Forrest City Jr. High
Middle School · FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1133 N DIVISION ST, Forrest City, AR 72335
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#599 of 1,036
In Forrest City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Forrest City Jr. High
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About Forrest City Jr. High
Forrest City Jr. High is a public middle school in Forrest City, AR, part of FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forrest City Jr.
High serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest City Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Forrest City Jr. High show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- AR avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Forrest City Jr. High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Forrest City Jr. High — Students at Forrest City Jr. High score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Forrest City Jr. High Compares
See how Forrest City Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1133 N DIVISION ST, Forrest City, AR 72335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrest City Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WYNNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Wynne), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forrest City, see our Forrest City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FORREST CITY HIGH SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN ACADEMY Forrest City | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY ELEM. SCH. Palestine | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SENIOR HIGH Palestine | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| WYNNE HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 14.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WYNNE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Wynne | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WYNNE PRIMARY SCHOOL Wynne | 14.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WYNNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 15.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LEE HIGH SCHOOL Marianna | 16.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ANNA STRONG LEARNING ACADEMY Marianna | 17.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSS COUNTY ELE TECH ACADEMY Cherry Valley | 26.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSS CNTY HIGH A NEW TECH SCH Cherry Valley | 26.6 mi | 7.7 |
| EARLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Earle | 25.1 mi | 3.3 |
| EARLE HIGH SCHOOL Earle | 26.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BRINKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Brinkley | 24.9 mi | 4.3 |
| C.B. PARTEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brinkley | 25.1 mi | 3.4 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barton | 32.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,045
Median Home Value
$92,700
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
16,514
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.3%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LONOKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lonoke, AR | 6.0 |
| MAYFLOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mayflower, AR | 6.0 |
| BOONEVILLE JR HIGH SCHOOL Booneville, AR | 5.9 |
| KIPP:DELTA COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Helena, AR | 5.9 |
| WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL Warren, AR | 6.1 |
| WEST FORK MIDDLE SCHOOL West Fork, AR | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest City Jr. High
What grades does Forrest City Jr. High serve?
Forrest City Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Forrest City Jr. High?
Forrest City Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest City Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrest City Jr. High is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrest City Jr. High rank in AR?
Forrest City Jr. High ranks #599 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Forrest City Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrest City Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forrest City Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrest City Jr. High has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forrest City Jr. High a charter school?
No, Forrest City Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrest City Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Forrest City Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrest City Jr. High?
100.0% of students at Forrest City Jr. High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (870) 633-3230
Resources & Links
District
FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,128
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,410
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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