Charleston High School is an accredited comprehensive public secondary school for students in grades 7 through 12, located in the city of Charleston, Arkansas, one of two county seats in Franklin County. The school is the sole high school managed by the Charleston School District.
Serving 410 students in grades 7-12, Charleston High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Charleston High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Charleston, AR, covering approximately 110 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 6.2 miles and the furthest edge located 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Charleston High School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charleston High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charleston High School is 0.15, 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
#293 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston High School's ranking?
Charleston High School is ranked #293 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Charleston High School often compared to?
Charleston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Line High School, Ozark Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charleston High School?
The graduation rate of Charleston High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Charleston High School?
410 students attend Charleston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Charleston High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston High School?
Charleston High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charleston High School offer ?
Charleston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charleston High School part of?
Charleston High School is part of Charleston School District.
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