Genoa Central High School in Texarkana, AR, serves 263 students in grades 10–12 with a low student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14:1.
The school's graduation rate is approximately 95%, ranking in the top 5% statewide and higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
Math proficiency ranges between 35% and 39%, which is slightly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and significantly below the district average of 67%.
Reading proficiency is between 45% and 49%, higher than the state average of 40%, but still below the district average of 59%.
Minority enrollment is 4%, with the student body predominantly white; enrollment decreased from 394 students in 2022 to 289 in 2023, indicating a notable decline in recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Genoa Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Texarkana, AR, covering approximately 79.2 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genoa Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Genoa Central High School's student population of 258 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genoa Central 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 Genoa Central High School is 0.12, 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
#356 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genoa Central High School's ranking?
Genoa Central High School is ranked #356 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Genoa Central High School?
The graduation rate of Genoa Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Genoa Central High School?
258 students attend Genoa Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Genoa Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genoa Central High School?
Genoa Central High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genoa Central High School offer ?
Genoa Central High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Genoa Central High School part of?
Genoa Central High School is part of Genoa Central School District.
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