Serving 540 students in grades 5-8, Barton Jr. 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 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barton Jr. High School's student population of 540 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barton Jr. 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 Barton Jr. High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
44%
19%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Jr. High School's ranking?
Barton Jr. High School is ranked #556 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Barton Jr. High School often compared to?
Barton Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, El Dorado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Barton Jr. High School?
540 students attend Barton Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Barton Jr. High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Jr. High School?
Barton Jr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barton Jr. High School offer ?
Barton Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barton Jr. High School part of?
Barton Jr. High School is part of El Dorado School District.
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