Serving 2,274 students in grades 9-12, Har-ber High School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Har-ber High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Har-ber High School's student population of 2,274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Har-ber High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Har-ber High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
43%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
42%
59%
Hawaiian
9%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Har-ber High School's ranking?
Har-ber High School is ranked #447 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Har-ber High School often compared to?
Har-ber High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Har-ber High School?
The graduation rate of Har-ber High School is 87%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Har-ber High School?
2,274 students attend Har-ber High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Har-ber High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Har-ber High School?
Har-ber High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Har-ber High School offer ?
Har-ber High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Har-ber High School part of?
Har-ber High School is part of Springdale School District.
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