Serving 311 students in grades 7-12, Bigelow High School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bigelow High School's student population of 311 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bigelow High School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigelow High School is 0.32, 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
#441 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
5%
20%
White
82%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigelow High School's ranking?
Bigelow High School is ranked #441 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bigelow High School?
The graduation rate of Bigelow High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bigelow High School?
311 students attend Bigelow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bigelow High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bigelow High School?
Bigelow High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bigelow High School offer ?
Bigelow High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bigelow High School part of?
Bigelow High School is part of East End School District.
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