Horatio High School is comprehensive public junior/senior high school for seventh through twelfth grades students located in Horatio, Arkansas, United States. The southwest Arkansas school is administered by the Horatio School District.
Serving 335 students in grades 7-12, Horatio 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 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horatio High School's student population of 335 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Colors
Red, white, blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Learner ~ Every Dream ~ Every Day
School Rankings
Horatio 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 Horatio High School is 0.49, 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
#581 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
66%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horatio High School's ranking?
Horatio High School is ranked #581 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Horatio High School often compared to?
Horatio High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horatio Elementary School, Dequeen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horatio High School?
The graduation rate of Horatio High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Horatio High School?
335 students attend Horatio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Horatio High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horatio High School?
Horatio High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horatio High School offer ?
Horatio High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horatio High School part of?
Horatio High School is part of Horatio School District.
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