Corning High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school serving students in grades seven through twelve in the rural community of Corning, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Corning 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corning High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Corning, AR school district, covering approximately 367.1 square miles. The zone typically requires a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corning High School's student population of 217 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corning 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 Corning High School is 0.13, 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
#622 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corning High School's ranking?
Corning High School is ranked #622 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Corning High School often compared to?
Corning High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rector High School, Piggott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corning High School?
The graduation rate of Corning High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Corning High School?
217 students attend Corning High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Corning High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corning High School?
Corning High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Corning High School offer ?
Corning High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Corning High School part of?
Corning High School is part of Corning School District.
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