Nevada High School in Rosston, AR serves 206 students in grades 7–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 14:1.
Math proficiency at Nevada High School is between 10–14%, which is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%, reflecting ongoing academic challenges in this subject.
Reading proficiency ranges from 25–29%, also lower than the state average of 40%, while science proficiency is 20–24%, below the state average of 36%.
The graduation rate is approximately 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%, with rates fluctuating over recent years but remaining below state level overall.
Enrollment has declined from 315 students in 1999 to 206 students in 2023, while minority enrollment is currently 41%, indicating a racially diverse student body at this rural Nevada School District high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nevada High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rosston, AR, covering approximately 357.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of about 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nevada High School's student population of 200 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nevada 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 Nevada High School is 0.55, 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
#861 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
30%
9%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada High School's ranking?
Nevada High School is ranked #861 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 89.9%.
How many students attend Nevada High School?
200 students attend Nevada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Nevada High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nevada High School?
Nevada High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
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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