Malvern High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Malvern, Arkansas. It is the largest of five public high schools in Hot Spring County and the only high school administered by the Malvern School District.
Serving 575 students in grades 9-12, Malvern 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malvern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Malvern High School's student population of 575 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Malvern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malvern High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#799 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
32%
19%
White
46%
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
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopard
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malvern High School's ranking?
Malvern High School is ranked #799 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Malvern High School often compared to?
Malvern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnet Cove High School, Glen Rose High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malvern High School?
The graduation rate of Malvern High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Malvern High School?
575 students attend Malvern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Malvern High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malvern High School?
Malvern High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Malvern High School offer ?
Malvern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malvern High School part of?
Malvern High School is part of Malvern School District.
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