Serving 718 students in grades 7-8, J. William Fulbright Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. William Fulbright 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
J. William Fulbright Junior High School's student population of 718 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. William Fulbright Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. William Fulbright Junior High School is 0.56, which is less 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
#18 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
63%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. William Fulbright Junior High School's ranking?
J. William Fulbright Junior High School is ranked #18 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are J. William Fulbright Junior High School often compared to?
J. William Fulbright Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Junior High School, Lincoln Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend J. William Fulbright Junior High School?
718 students attend J. William Fulbright Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of J. William Fulbright Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. William Fulbright Junior High School?
J. William Fulbright Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. William Fulbright Junior High School offer ?
J. William Fulbright Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is J. William Fulbright Junior High School part of?
J. William Fulbright Junior High School is part of Bentonville School District.
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