Serving 434 students in grades 9-12, Green Forest 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 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Green Forest High School's student population of 434 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Forest 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 Green Forest High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#809 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
38%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Forest High School's ranking?
Green Forest High School is ranked #809 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Green Forest High School often compared to?
Green Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berryville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Green Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Green Forest High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Green Forest High School?
434 students attend Green Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Green Forest High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Forest High School?
Green Forest High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Green Forest High School offer ?
Green Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Green Forest High School part of?
Green Forest High School is part of Green Forest School District.
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