DOUGLAS MACARTHUR JHS

DOUGLAS MACARTHUR JHS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the JONESBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in JONESBORO, AR with about 701 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 9th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, DOUGLAS MACARTHUR JHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

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.

For more information, contact DOUGLAS MACARTHUR JHS at (870) 933-5840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.