Flippin High School, a rural Arkansas high school in Flippin School District, serves 242 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, which is lower than the state average.
The graduation rate is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%, with consistent performance over recent years.
Math proficiency at is between 20% and 24%, considerably lower than the state average of 39%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 35% to 39%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 40%.
Enrollment and student demographics have remained stable, with 100% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, up from 54% in 2020, reflecting a significant increase in socioeconomic eligibility.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: FLIPPIN HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Flippin school district, covering approximately 141.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 16.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flippin High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Achievement, Respect and Excellence
School Rankings
Flippin 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 Flippin High School is 0.21, 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
#660 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
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 (18-19)
15%
8%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
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 Flippin High School's ranking?
Flippin High School is ranked #660 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Flippin High School often compared to?
Flippin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yellville-summit High School, Bearden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 Flippin High School?
The graduation rate of Flippin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Flippin High School?
246 students attend Flippin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Flippin High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flippin High School?
Flippin High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flippin High School offer ?
Flippin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flippin High School part of?
Flippin High School is part of Flippin School District.
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