Serving 469 students in grades 9-12, Blytheville 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% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blytheville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Blytheville High School's student population of 469 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blytheville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blytheville 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
#967 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
81%
19%
White
15%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blytheville High School's ranking?
Blytheville High School is ranked #967 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Blytheville High School often compared to?
Blytheville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola High School, Gosnell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blytheville High School?
The graduation rate of Blytheville High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Blytheville High School?
469 students attend Blytheville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Blytheville High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blytheville High School?
Blytheville High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blytheville High School offer ?
Blytheville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blytheville High School part of?
Blytheville High School is part of Blytheville School District.
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