Serving 281 students in grades 7-12, East Poinsett Co. 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Poinsett Co. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Poinsett Co. High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Poinsett Co. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Poinsett Co. High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
13%
19%
White
75%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Poinsett Co. High School's ranking?
East Poinsett Co. High School is ranked #567 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are East Poinsett Co. High School often compared to?
East Poinsett Co. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trumann High School, Harrisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Poinsett Co. High School?
The graduation rate of East Poinsett Co. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Poinsett Co. High School?
281 students attend East Poinsett Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Poinsett Co. High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Poinsett Co. High School?
East Poinsett Co. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Poinsett Co. High School offer ?
East Poinsett Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Poinsett Co. High School part of?
East Poinsett Co. High School is part of East Poinsett County School District.
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