Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Atkins High School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Atkins High School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atkins High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkins High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
92%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkins High School's ranking?
Atkins High School is ranked #594 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Atkins High School often compared to?
Atkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrilton Sr. High School, Pottsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atkins High School?
The graduation rate of Atkins High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Atkins High School?
296 students attend Atkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Atkins High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkins High School?
Atkins High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atkins High School offer ?
Atkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atkins High School part of?
Atkins High School is part of Atkins School District.
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