Viola High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Viola, Arkansas, United States. It is one of three public high schools in Fulton County and the sole high school administered by Viola School District.
Serving 185 students in grades 7-12, Viola 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 4% 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: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Viola High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Viola, AR, covering approximately 236.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 16.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Viola High School's student population of 185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Viola 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 Viola High School is 0.08, 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
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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)11.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Longhorn
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viola High School's ranking?
Viola High School is ranked #539 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Viola High School often compared to?
Viola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem High School, Mammoth Spring High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Viola High School?
The graduation rate of Viola High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Viola High School?
185 students attend Viola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Viola High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viola High School?
Viola High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Viola High School offer ?
Viola High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Viola High School part of?
Viola High School is part of Viola School District.
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