DOUGLAS MACARTHUR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
765 Students
Middle School 7th - 9th
School Overview
Douglas MacArthur Junior High School, located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, serves as a key secondary education institution within the Jonesboro Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility among its early adolescent student body. By providing a structured yet supportive environment, the school aims to prepare students for the rigors of high school curricula while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that promote well-rounded character development.
As part of the Jonesboro school system, Douglas MacArthur emphasizes the district’s broader mission of providing quality educational opportunities to the local community. The school utilizes a standard junior high model, offering a diverse array of core subjects alongside elective programs that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and athletics. Through collaboration between dedicated faculty, supportive staff, and active parental involvement, Douglas MacArthur Junior High strives to maintain high academic standards and cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
As part of the Jonesboro school system, Douglas MacArthur emphasizes the district’s broader mission of providing quality educational opportunities to the local community. The school utilizes a standard junior high model, offering a diverse array of core subjects alongside elective programs that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and athletics. Through collaboration between dedicated faculty, supportive staff, and active parental involvement, Douglas MacArthur Junior High strives to maintain high academic standards and cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
765
Total Students
53.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 220 |
| Hispanic | 144 |
| Black | 358 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black358 (46.8%)
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White220 (28.8%)
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Hispanic144 (18.8%)
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Two or More36 (4.7%)
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Asian5 (0.7%)
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American Indian2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | JONESBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (870)933-5840 |
| Website: | http://www.jonesboroschools.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 9th |
| Total Students: | 765 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 53.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 765 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
263
Grade 8
255
Grade 9
247
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 263 |
| Grade 8 | 255 |
| Grade 9 | 247 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 379 | 49.5% |
| Male | 386 | 50.5% |
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