Serving 179 students in grades 7-8, Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy's student population of 179 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy 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 Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy is 0.59, 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
#572 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
25%
19%
White
58%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy is ranked #572 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy?
179 students attend Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy?
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy offer ?
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy part of?
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy is part of Rivercrest School District.
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