Serving 206 students in grades 7-12, Nevada 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada 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
Nevada High School's student population of 206 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Nevada High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada High School is 0.54, 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
#816 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
34%
19%
White
59%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
30%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada High School's ranking?
Nevada High School is ranked #816 out of 997 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada High School?
The graduation rate of Nevada High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nevada High School?
206 students attend Nevada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Nevada High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nevada High School?
Nevada High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nevada High School offer ?
Nevada High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nevada High School part of?
Nevada High School is part of Nevada School District.
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