Serving 1,054 students in grades 9-12, Nettleton 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 9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nettleton High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Jonesboro, AR, encompassing approximately 41.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nettleton High School's student population of 1,054 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,054 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1896
School Rankings
Nettleton 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 Nettleton High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
55%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettleton High School's ranking?
Nettleton High School is ranked #898 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Nettleton High School often compared to?
Nettleton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Academies At Jonesboro High School, Valley View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nettleton High School?
The graduation rate of Nettleton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Nettleton High School?
1,054 students attend Nettleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nettleton High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nettleton High School?
Nettleton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettleton High School offer ?
Nettleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nettleton High School part of?
Nettleton High School is part of Nettleton School District.
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