Serving 254 students in grades 9-12, Osceola 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Osceola High School's attendance zone covers the entire Osceola school district, encompassing approximately 52 square miles around the city of Osceola, AR. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 254 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osceola 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 Osceola High School is 0.22, 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
#938 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
88%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
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 (16-17)
44%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Seminole
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #938 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Osceola High School often compared to?
Osceola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blytheville High School, Academies At Rivercrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osceola High School?
The graduation rate of Osceola High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
254 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Osceola High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osceola High School offer ?
Osceola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Osceola High School part of?
Osceola High School is part of Osceola School District.
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