Serving 378 students in grades 7-12, Palestine-wheatley Senior 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 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Palestine-Wheatley Senior High encompasses the entire school district in Palestine, AR, covering approximately 155 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest edge located 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School's student population of 378 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palestine-wheatley Senior 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 Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is 0.28, 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
#570 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
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 (17-18)
18%
8%
Showing 2004–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School's ranking?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is ranked #570 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Palestine-wheatley Senior High School often compared to?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccrory High School, Forrest City High School, East Arkansas Secondary Career Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
378 students attend Palestine-wheatley Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palestine-wheatley Senior High School offer ?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School part of?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is part of Palestine Wheatley School District.
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