Serving 202 students in grades 7-12, Mount Ida 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Ida High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 316.1 square miles around Mount Ida, AR. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest distance of 21.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Ida High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Ida 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 Mount Ida High School is 0.19, 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
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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)36.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Ida High School's ranking?
Mount Ida High School is ranked #539 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Ida High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Ida High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Mount Ida High School?
202 students attend Mount Ida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mount Ida High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Ida High School?
Mount Ida High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Ida High School offer ?
Mount Ida High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Ida High School part of?
Mount Ida High School is part of Mount Ida School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mount Ida High School is very stong in the academic department. All students rate very well on end of level testing. A lot of classes are offered to suit the needs of a child to graduate. All awards are chosen fairly. The facilities are very up to date and working. The parents are very involved with everything the students are doing.
5 10/10/2025
This school strives to encourage students to do better than their best. It prepares the students for college. I highly reccommend this school.
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