St. Paul High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in St. Paul, Arkansas, United States. SPHS provides secondary education for more than 250 students in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 120 students in grades 7-12, St. Paul 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 13% 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: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (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: St. Paul High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Paul, AR, covering approximately 740.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 33.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Paul High School's student population of 120 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
120 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Paul 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 St. Paul High School is 0.24, 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 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Saint
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul High School's ranking?
St. Paul High School is ranked #705 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
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 St. Paul High School?
The graduation rate of St. Paul High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend St. Paul High School?
120 students attend St. Paul High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of St. Paul High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul High School?
St. Paul High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Paul High School offer ?
St. Paul High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Paul High School part of?
St. Paul High School is part of Huntsville School District.
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