Emerson High School in Emerson, AR serves grades 7–12 with a total enrollment of 149 students and a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at Emerson High is 30–34%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%, showing a decline from prior years when proficiency reached as high as 50–54%.
Reading proficiency is 40–44%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, but below the district average of 57%, and has declined from above 50% in earlier years.
Science proficiency ranges between 30–34%, which is lower than the state average of 36% and district average of 48%.
Graduation rates remain steady at 80%, which is lower than the state average of 88%, while minority enrollment accounts for 34% of the student body amid stable total enrollment over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Emerson, AR, covering an area of approximately 197.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson High School's student population of 136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
136 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Year Founded
1941
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson High School is 0.50, 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
#476 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
24%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
67%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)19.1%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Piracy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson High School's ranking?
Emerson High School is ranked #476 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Emerson High School often compared to?
Emerson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor High School, Magnolia 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 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 Emerson High School?
The graduation rate of Emerson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Emerson High School?
136 students attend Emerson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Emerson High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson High School?
Emerson High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emerson High School offer ?
Emerson High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson High School part of?
Emerson High School is part of Emerson Taylor Bradley School District.
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