Gentry High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the fringe town of Gentry, Arkansas, United States. Established in 1897, today the school provides secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 538 students in grades 9-12, Gentry 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gentry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Gentry High School's student population of 538 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1897
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Gentry 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 Gentry High School is 0.58, 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
#612 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
61%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gentry High School's ranking?
Gentry High School is ranked #612 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gentry High School often compared to?
Gentry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colcord High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gentry High School?
The graduation rate of Gentry High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gentry High School?
538 students attend Gentry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gentry High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gentry High School?
Gentry High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gentry High School offer ?
Gentry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gentry High School part of?
Gentry High School is part of Gentry School District.
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