Foreman High School in Foreman, AR, has an enrollment of 221 students in grades 7–12 and a low student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is among the lowest 10% in Arkansas public schools.
Math proficiency is 25–29%, lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 44%, showing a decline from 35–39% in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 35–39%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, but down from 50–54% in 2017, indicating a declining trend over recent years.
The graduation rate ranges between 80–89%, which is lower than the state average of 88%, placing the school in the bottom 50% for this metric statewide.
Enrollment slightly decreased from 235 students in 2018 to 221 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch remained stable at around 50%, reflecting a consistent socioeconomic composition at this rural Arkansas high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foreman High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Foreman, AR, covering approximately 171.5 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foreman High School's student population of 214 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Foreman 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 Foreman High School is 0.44, 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
#613 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)6.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foreman High School's ranking?
Foreman High School is ranked #613 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Foreman High School?
The graduation rate of Foreman High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Foreman High School?
214 students attend Foreman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Foreman High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foreman High School?
Foreman High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Foreman High School offer ?
Foreman High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Foreman High School part of?
Foreman High School is part of Foreman School District.
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