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 565 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 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gentry High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Gentry, AR, encompassing approximately 86.7 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 5.9 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 11.5 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Gentry High School's student population of 565 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
565 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
School Motto
to Ensure All Students Connect, Learn, and Succeed
School Rankings
Gentry 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 Gentry High School is 0.60, 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
#631 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Pioneer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gentry High School's ranking?
Gentry High School is ranked #631 out of 989 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 89.9%.
How many students attend Gentry High School?
565 students attend Gentry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gentry High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 14:1.
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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