Serving 568 students in grades 9-12, Forrest City 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 6% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrest City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Forrest City High School's student population of 568 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forrest City 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 Forrest City High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#963 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
19%
White
4%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrest City High School's ranking?
Forrest City High School is ranked #963 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Forrest City High School often compared to?
Forrest City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palestine-wheatley Senior High School, East Arkansas Secondary Career Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forrest City High School?
The graduation rate of Forrest City High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Forrest City High School?
568 students attend Forrest City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Forrest City High School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forrest City High School?
Forrest City High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forrest City High School offer ?
Forrest City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forrest City High School part of?
Forrest City High School is part of Forrest City School District.
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