Buffalo Island Central High School in Monette, AR, serves grades 7–12 with a total enrollment of 325 students and a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 29%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and below the district average of 44%, showing a decline from 40% in 2019.
Reading proficiency at the school is 45%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but slightly lower than the district average of 49%.
Science proficiency is 40%, exceeding the state average of 36% but below the district average of 47%.
Graduation rates range between 80–89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%, and the school's overall ranking declined from #368 in 2018 to #489 in 2023.
Minority enrollment is 22%, with a student body comprised mainly of White (255) and Hispanic (62) students, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch has remained around 45% in recent years, indicating a stable socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Is. Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Monette, AR, encompassing approximately 137.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Island Central High School's student population of 316 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buffalo Island Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Island Central High School is 0.35, 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
#489 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)37.7%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Mustang Horse
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Island Central High School's ranking?
Buffalo Island Central High School is ranked #489 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Buffalo Island Central High School often compared to?
Buffalo Island Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manila High School, Armorel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo Island Central High School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo Island Central High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Buffalo Island Central High School?
316 students attend Buffalo Island Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Buffalo Island Central High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Island Central High School?
Buffalo Island Central High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buffalo Island Central High School offer ?
Buffalo Island Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Island Central High School part of?
Buffalo Island Central High School is part of Buffalo Island Central School District.
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