Carlisle High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 7 through 12 in the rural community of Carlisle, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 280 students in grades 7-12, Carlisle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlisle High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carlisle, AR, encompassing approximately 243 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlisle High School's student population of 280 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlisle 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 Carlisle High School is 0.33, 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
#729 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bison Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle High School's ranking?
Carlisle High School is ranked #729 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Carlisle High School often compared to?
Carlisle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cabot High School, Cabot Panther Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlisle High School?
The graduation rate of Carlisle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Carlisle High School?
280 students attend Carlisle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Carlisle High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle High School?
Carlisle High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlisle High School offer ?
Carlisle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle High School part of?
Carlisle High School is part of Carlisle School District.
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