Searcy High School is a comprehensive public high school serving the community of Searcy, Arkansas, United States. Located in White County, Searcy High School is the sole high school managed by the Searcy School District and serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, Searcy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Searcy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Searcy High School's student population of 1,208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
School Rankings
Searcy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Searcy High School is 0.52, 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
#355 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
67%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Searcy High School's ranking?
Searcy High School is ranked #355 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Searcy High School often compared to?
Searcy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, Bald Knob High School, Pangburn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Searcy High School?
The graduation rate of Searcy High School is 84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Searcy High School?
1,208 students attend Searcy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Searcy High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Searcy High School?
Searcy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Searcy High School offer ?
Searcy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Searcy High School part of?
Searcy High School is part of Searcy School District.
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