Earle High School in Earle, AR, is a Title I eligible rural public high school serving grades 7–12 with 186 students and a notably low student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is higher student attention compared to the state average ratio of around 14 to 1.
Math proficiency at Earle High School is 5%, which is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 12%, with proficiency consistently remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Reading proficiency is between 10–14%, substantially lower than the state average of 40%, and science proficiency is 6–9%, also below the state average of 36%, indicating challenges across core academic subjects.
The graduation rate ranges from 80–89%, which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 88% but places the school in the bottom 50% statewide for graduation performance.
Enrollment declined from 402 students in 1999 to 186 students in 2023, alongside a 99% minority enrollment predominantly comprising Black students, reflecting significant demographic and enrollment changes in this Arkansas rural high school profile.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Earle High School's attendance zone covers the entire Earle, AR school district, encompassing approximately 136.5 square miles. Families typically can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Earle High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earle 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 Earle High School is 0.06, 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
#973 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
97%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
8%
9%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 13-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 Earle High School's ranking?
Earle High School is ranked #973 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Earle High School often compared to?
Earle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion High School, The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earle High School?
The graduation rate of Earle High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Earle High School?
176 students attend Earle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Earle High School students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earle High School?
Earle High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Earle High School offer ?
Earle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Earle High School part of?
Earle High School is part of Earle School District.
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