Marked Tree High School is a comprehensive public high school for students in grades 7 through 12 in Marked Tree, Arkansas, United States. Marked Tree is one of five public high schools in Poinsett County and is the only high school in the Marked Tree School District. The school is accredited by AdvancED since 1965.
Serving 228 students in grades 7-12, Marked Tree 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 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marked Tree High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 101.6 square miles around Marked Tree, AR, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge located 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marked Tree High School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marked Tree 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 Marked Tree High School is 0.55, 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)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marked Tree High School's ranking?
Marked Tree 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 Marked Tree High School?
The graduation rate of Marked Tree High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Marked Tree High School?
228 students attend Marked Tree High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Marked Tree High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marked Tree High School?
Marked Tree High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marked Tree High School offer ?
Marked Tree High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marked Tree High School part of?
Marked Tree High School is part of Marked Tree School District.
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