C.v.
White High School in Helena, Arkansas, serves grades 7 through 12 with a total enrollment of 68 students, 87% of whom are eligible for free lunch, reflecting a predominantly low–income student population.
Math proficiency is 66%, which is higher than the state average of 39% and district average of 23%, showing overall improvement from 31% in 2015.
Reading proficiency is 66%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 25%, with a marked increase from 46% in 2015.
Science proficiency remained stable at 56% in both 2021 and 2022, exceeding the state average of 36%.
The graduation rate in 2023 is 90%, higher than the state average of 88% and Barton School District's 75%, maintaining a generally positive trend over recent years.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
100%
19%
White
n/a
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend C.v. White High School?
68 students attend C.v. White High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of C.v. White High School students are Black.
What grades does C.v. White High School offer ?
C.v. White High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is C.v. White High School part of?
C.v. White High School is part of Barton School District.
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