Serving 593 students in grades 9-12, Watson Chapel 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watson Chapel High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pine Bluff, AR, covering approximately 117 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watson Chapel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Watson Chapel High School's student population of 593 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watson Chapel 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 Watson Chapel High School is 0.21, 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
#973 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Chapel High School's ranking?
Watson Chapel High School is ranked #973 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Watson Chapel High School often compared to?
Watson Chapel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Bluff High School, White Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watson Chapel High School?
The graduation rate of Watson Chapel High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Watson Chapel High School?
593 students attend Watson Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Watson Chapel High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson Chapel High School?
Watson Chapel High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Watson Chapel High School offer ?
Watson Chapel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watson Chapel High School part of?
Watson Chapel High School is part of Watson Chapel School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Watson Chapel is I really good school . The school just needs more classes / teachers that give everybody a chance to figure out what they want out of life . I'm a senior class of 14 and I wish my school had more events so I can enjoy my last year .
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