Forrest City High School is a comprehensive public high school in Forrest City, Arkansas, United States. It is the sole high school administered by the Forrest City School District and its main feeder school is Forrest City Junior High School.
Serving 563 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 4% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forrest City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 345.4 square miles around Forrest City, AR. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forrest City High School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Motto
Through a Focus on academic excellence, Strong Character, Honor and Service, we seek to ensure Proficiency for all.
School Rankings
Forrest City 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 Forrest City High School is 0.10, 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
#969 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
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 (11-12)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrest City High School's ranking?
Forrest City High School is ranked #969 out of 989 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 East Arkansas Secondary Career Center, Palestine-wheatley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 89.9%.
How many students attend Forrest City High School?
563 students attend Forrest City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Forrest City High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forrest City High School?
Forrest City High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forrest City High School offer ?
Forrest City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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