Greenwood High School in Greenwood, AR, enrolls 1,181 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
The school's math proficiency is 43%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% but notably below the district average of 58%.
Reading proficiency at Greenwood High is 56%, which is higher than the state average of 40% and approximately equal to the district average of 57%, though reading scores declined from 69% in 2018 to 56% in 2022.
Science proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 36% and matching the district average, showing stability between 2021 and 2022.
Graduation rates at Greenwood High have consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 98% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Minority enrollment stands at 19%, and the school's population has grown from 685 students in 1999 to 1,181 in 2023, indicating significant enrollment expansion over recent decades.
Greenwood High's overall state ranking improved from #249 in 2022 to #210 in 2023, remaining within the top 30% of Arkansas public high schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood High School's attendance zone covers the entire Greenwood, AR school district, encompassing approximately 179.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Greenwood High School's student population of 1,161 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,161 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood High School is 0.35, 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
#210 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
White
80%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood High School's ranking?
Greenwood High School is ranked #210 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Greenwood High School often compared to?
Greenwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside High School, Lavaca High School, Hackett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Greenwood High School is 98%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Greenwood High School?
1,161 students attend Greenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Greenwood High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood High School?
Greenwood High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenwood High School offer ?
Greenwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood High School part of?
Greenwood High School is part of Greenwood School District.
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