Kirby High School is an accredited public high school located in the rural community of Kirby, Arkansas, United States. The school provides comprehensive secondary education for more than 200 students each year in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 176 students in grades 7-12, Kirby 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirby High School's attendance zone covers the entire Kirby school district, encompassing approximately 198.7 square miles in Kirby, AR. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with its furthest edge located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirby High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kirby 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 Kirby High School is 0.27, 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
#789 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Troy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirby High School's ranking?
Kirby High School is ranked #789 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kirby High School?
The graduation rate of Kirby High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Kirby High School?
176 students attend Kirby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kirby High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirby High School?
Kirby High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kirby High School offer ?
Kirby High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kirby High School part of?
Kirby High School is part of Kirby School District.
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