Serving 236 students in grades 7-12, Rector 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rector High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 179.3 square miles in Rector, AR. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rector High School's student population of 236 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rector 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 Rector High School is 0.15, 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
#747 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
2%
19%
White
92%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rector High School's ranking?
Rector High School is ranked #747 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Rector High School often compared to?
Rector High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corning High School, Piggott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Rector High School?
The graduation rate of Rector High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Rector High School?
236 students attend Rector High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rector High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rector High School?
Rector High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rector High School offer ?
Rector High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rector High School part of?
Rector High School is part of Rector School District.
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