Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Jacksonville Lighthouse 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
Our mission's heart belief is that we can all continuously grow in our capacity as authentic contributors for the effective implementation of our shared vision for our school.
School Rankings
Jacksonville Lighthouse 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 Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is 0.23, 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
#892 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
87%
19%
White
10%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School's ranking?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is ranked #892 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
60 students attend Jacksonville Lighthouse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jacksonville Lighthouse High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Lighthouse High School offer ?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School part of?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is part of Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools.
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