Osceola High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in Osceola, Arkansas, United States. It is one of six public high schools in Mississippi County, Arkansas and the only high school administered by the Osceola School District.
Serving 261 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 38%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osceola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 261 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osceola 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 Osceola High School is 0.24, 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
#932 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
87%
19%
White
6%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
43%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seminole
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #932 out of 997 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 38% 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 88%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
261 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Osceola High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
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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