Alpena High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the rural, distant community of Alpena, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 183 students in grades 7-12, Alpena 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpena High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alpena school district, covering approximately 125.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alpena High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpena High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpena High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpena High School's ranking?
Alpena High School is ranked #539 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Alpena High School often compared to?
Alpena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Omaha High School, Harrison 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 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpena High School?
The graduation rate of Alpena High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Alpena High School?
183 students attend Alpena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alpena High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpena High School?
Alpena High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alpena High School offer ?
Alpena High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alpena High School part of?
Alpena High School is part of Alpena School District.
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