Barton High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 7 through 12 in Barton, Arkansas, United States. It is the sole high school administered by the Barton–Lexa School District. The district boundary includes Lexa, Lake View, and Oneida.
Serving 322 students in grades 7-12, Barton 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 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barton High School's attendance zone covers the entire Lexa, AR school district, encompassing approximately 154 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barton High School's student population of 322 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barton 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 Barton High School is 0.57, 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
#885 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bears
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton High School's ranking?
Barton High School is ranked #885 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Barton High School often compared to?
Barton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Marvell-elaine High School, Kippdelta Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barton High School?
The graduation rate of Barton High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Barton High School?
322 students attend Barton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Barton High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton High School?
Barton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barton High School offer ?
Barton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barton High School part of?
Barton High School is part of Barton School District.
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