Below Average
#892 of 1,036 schools in AR
Junction City Elem. School
Elementary School · JUNCTION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 790, Junction City, AR 71749
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#892 of 1,036
In Junction City
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
JUNCTION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Junction City Elem. School
Elementary School in Junction City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Junction City Elem. School
Junction City Elem. School is a public elementary school in Junction City, AR, part of JUNCTION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Junction City Elem.
School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Junction City Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Junction City Elem. School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Junction City Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Junction City Elem. School — Students at Junction City Elem. School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 2.9/10.
How Junction City Elem. School Compares
See how Junction City Elem. School 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
P O BOX 790, Junction City, AR 71749
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Junction City Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUGH GOODWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby El Dorado), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKERS CHAPEL ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby El Dorado), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dubach School (rated 7.3/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Dubach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Junction City, see our Junction City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Claiborne Charter Summerfield | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL Junction City | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| PARKERS CHAPEL ELEM. SCHOOL El Dorado | 10.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PARKERS CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL El Dorado | 10.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Summerfield High School Summerfield | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| EL DORADO HIGH SCHOOL El Dorado | 12.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Dorado | 13.1 mi | 5.8 |
| YOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Dorado | 13.3 mi | 4.5 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL El Dorado | 13.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BARTON JR. HIGH SCHOOL El Dorado | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HUGH GOODWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Dorado | 14.3 mi | 8.1 |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Dorado | 14.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Dorado | 19.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NORPHLET MIDDLE SCHOOL Norphlet | 20.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Dubach School Dubach | 22.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SMACKOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smackover | 23.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SMACKOVER HIGH SCHOOL Smackover | 23.8 mi | 5.4 |
| STRONG-HUTTIG SCHOOLS Strong | 22.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CLAIBORNE ACADEMY Haynesville | 23.3 mi | 6.1 |
| D'Arbonne Woods Charter School Farmerville | 25.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$759/mo
Population
2,994
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
84.6%
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradford, AR | 4.5 |
| CABE ELEMENTARY Gurdon, AR | 4.5 |
| CLARKSVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clarksville, AR | 4.5 |
| COLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff, AR | 4.5 |
| HUNTSVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCH Huntsville, AR | 4.5 |
| MAGNET COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Junction City Elem. School
What grades does Junction City Elem. School serve?
Junction City Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Junction City Elem. School?
Junction City Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Junction City Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Junction City Elem. School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Junction City Elem. School rank in AR?
Junction City Elem. School ranks #892 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Junction City Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Junction City Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Junction City Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Junction City Elem. School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Junction City Elem. School a charter school?
No, Junction City Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Junction City Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Junction City Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Junction City Elem. School?
68.3% of students at Junction City Elem. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (870) 924-4578
Resources & Links
District
JUNCTION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 682
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,302
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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