Serving 2,588 students in grades 9-12, Fayetteville 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 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fayetteville High School's student population of 2,588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 229 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
229 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville High School is 0.57, 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
#359 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
10%
19%
White
63%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayetteville High School's ranking?
Fayetteville High School is ranked #359 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Fayetteville High School often compared to?
Fayetteville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayetteville High School?
The graduation rate of Fayetteville High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fayetteville High School?
2,588 students attend Fayetteville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fayetteville High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayetteville High School?
Fayetteville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fayetteville High School offer ?
Fayetteville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fayetteville High School part of?
Fayetteville High School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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