Serving 91 students in grades 7-12, Rural Special High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Special High School serves the southwest part of Fox, AR, covering an area of approximately 125.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the school from the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Special High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rural Special High School's student population of 91 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
91 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rural Special High School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Special High School is 0.10, 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
#189 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
95%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
19%
8%
Showing 2010–2020. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Special High School's ranking?
Rural Special High School is ranked #189 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rural Special High School?
The graduation rate of Rural Special High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Rural Special High School?
91 students attend Rural Special High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rural Special High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Special High School?
Rural Special High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Special High School offer ?
Rural Special High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rural Special High School part of?
Rural Special High School is part of Mountain View School District.
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