Jessieville High School is a comprehensive public secondary school for students in grades 9 through 12, located in Jessieville, Arkansas, a city in Garland County. The school is the sole high school managed by the Jessieville School District.
Serving 259 students in grades 9-12, Jessieville 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessieville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jessieville High School's student population of 259 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jessieville 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 Jessieville High School is 0.36, which is less 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
#469 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessieville High School's ranking?
Jessieville High School is ranked #469 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Jessieville High School often compared to?
Jessieville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Lake Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jessieville High School?
The graduation rate of Jessieville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jessieville High School?
259 students attend Jessieville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jessieville High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jessieville High School?
Jessieville High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jessieville High School offer ?
Jessieville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jessieville High School part of?
Jessieville High School is part of Jessieville School District.
School Reviews
5 11/9/2009
a) The quality of academic programs is amazing! Every day I think of something else I could do, it's really cool!
b) The availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities are great as well. They have almost every sport you can think of! Anything!
c)I don't think I need to tell you anymore, because, you already know it's gonna be great. They always keep the rooms clean and always take care of their students.
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