Mayflower High School is a comprehensive public high school for more than 300 students in grades 9 through 12 located in Mayflower, Arkansas, United States. Mayflower is one of six public high schools in Faulkner County and the sole high school administered by the Mayflower School District.
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Mayflower 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 35-39% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mayflower High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Mayflower, AR, encompassing approximately 84.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum reach of 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mayflower High School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayflower 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 Mayflower High School is 0.39, 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
#737 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
10%
19%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayflower High School's ranking?
Mayflower High School is ranked #737 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mayflower High School often compared to?
Mayflower High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conway High School, Greenbrier High School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayflower High School?
The graduation rate of Mayflower High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Mayflower High School?
348 students attend Mayflower High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mayflower High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayflower High School?
Mayflower High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayflower High School offer ?
Mayflower High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayflower High School part of?
Mayflower High School is part of Mayflower School District.
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