Murfreesboro High School is an accredited public high school serving students in grades seven through twelve in the rural community of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, United States. It is one of three public high schools in Pike County.
Serving 313 students in grades 7-12, Murfreesboro 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 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murfreesboro High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Murfreesboro, AR, covering approximately 379.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murfreesboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Murfreesboro High School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro High School is 0.30, 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
#507 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
14%
10%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rattlesnake
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murfreesboro High School's ranking?
Murfreesboro High School is ranked #507 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murfreesboro High School?
The graduation rate of Murfreesboro High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Murfreesboro High School?
313 students attend Murfreesboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Murfreesboro High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murfreesboro High School?
Murfreesboro High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murfreesboro High School offer ?
Murfreesboro High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Murfreesboro High School part of?
Murfreesboro High School is part of South Pike County School District.
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