Serving 110 students in grades 7-12, Shirley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shirley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 93.4 square miles in Shirley, AR. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shirley High School's student population of 110 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
110 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirley 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 Shirley High School is 0.14, 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
#705 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley High School's ranking?
Shirley High School is ranked #705 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Shirley High School often compared to?
Shirley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side High School, Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shirley High School?
The graduation rate of Shirley High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Shirley High School?
110 students attend Shirley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Shirley High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirley High School?
Shirley High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley High School offer ?
Shirley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shirley High School part of?
Shirley High School is part of Shirley School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Shirley high school administration does not in force the anti bullying laws. In fact those that are doing the bullying do not get punished but those that are being bullied absolutely get punished. It's rediciolus. The administration is just as guilty as the bullies!! Shirley schools most definitely need new people to run the school!
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