Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Star City 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 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STAR CITY HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district of Star City, AR, encompassing approximately 407.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Star City High School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Star City 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 Star City High School is 0.52, 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
#785 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
17%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star City High School's ranking?
Star City High School is ranked #785 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Star City High School?
The graduation rate of Star City High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Star City High School?
459 students attend Star City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Star City High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star City High School?
Star City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Star City High School offer ?
Star City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Star City High School part of?
Star City High School is part of Star City School District.
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