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 208 students in grades 7-12, Alpena High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alpena High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 254% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpena High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
93%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpena High School's ranking?
Alpena High School is ranked #360 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Alpena High School often compared to?
Alpena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison High School, Omaha High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 88%.
How many students attend Alpena High School?
208 students attend Alpena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alpena High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
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 13:1.
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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