Mountainburg High School is a comprehensive public high school in Mountainburg, Arkansas, United States. Mountainburg is one of five public high schools in Crawford County and the sole high school of the Mountainburg School District. The high school serves more than 200 students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 185 students in grades 9-12, Mountainburg 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountainburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mountainburg High School's student population of 185 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Dragons!
School Rankings
Mountainburg 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 Mountainburg High School is 0.17, which is less 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
#589 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
91%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountainburg High School's ranking?
Mountainburg High School is ranked #589 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountainburg High School?
The graduation rate of Mountainburg High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mountainburg High School?
185 students attend Mountainburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mountainburg High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountainburg High School?
Mountainburg High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountainburg High School offer ?
Mountainburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mountainburg High School part of?
Mountainburg High School is part of Mountainburg School District.
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