Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Osceola 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osceola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 296 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osceola 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 Osceola High School is 0.20, 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
#931 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
89%
20%
White
7%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
43%
9%
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 Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #931 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Osceola High School often compared to?
Osceola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blytheville High School, Academies At Rivercrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osceola High School?
The graduation rate of Osceola High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
296 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Osceola High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osceola High School offer ?
Osceola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Osceola High School part of?
Osceola High School is part of Osceola School District.
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