Serving 2,350 students in grades 10-12, Conway High School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Conway High West's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Conway, AR, covering an area of approximately 125.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Conway High School's student population of 2,350 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,350 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Conway 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 Conway High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#472 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conway High School's ranking?
Conway High School is ranked #472 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Conway High School often compared to?
Conway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School, Vilonia High School, Mayflower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Conway High School?
The graduation rate of Conway High School is 89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Conway High School?
2,350 students attend Conway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Conway High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conway High School?
Conway High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Conway High School offer ?
Conway High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Conway High School part of?
Conway High School is part of Conway School District.
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