Serving 795 students in grades 7-9, Hot Springs Junior Academy 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 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hot Springs Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hot Springs Junior Academy's student population of 795 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Hot Springs Junior Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hot Springs Junior Academy is 0.73, which is more 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
#796 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
37%
19%
White
29%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs Junior Academy's ranking?
Hot Springs Junior Academy is ranked #796 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hot Springs Junior Academy often compared to?
Hot Springs Junior Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton Middle School, Hot Springs World Class High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hot Springs Junior Academy?
795 students attend Hot Springs Junior Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hot Springs Junior Academy students are Black, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hot Springs Junior Academy?
Hot Springs Junior Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hot Springs Junior Academy offer ?
Hot Springs Junior Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hot Springs Junior Academy part of?
Hot Springs Junior Academy is part of Hot Springs School District.
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