Wynne Senior High School, known as Wynne High School, is a public secondary school for students in grades nine through twelve located in Wynne, Arkansas, United States. It is one of two public high schools in Cross County and the sole high school administered by the Wynne School District.
Serving 723 students in grades 9-12, Wynne 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wynne High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Wynne, AR, encompassing approximately 337.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wynne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wynne High School's student population of 723 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
723 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wynne 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 Wynne High School is 0.49, 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
#597 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
28%
19%
White
66%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Yellowjackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wynne High School's ranking?
Wynne High School is ranked #597 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Wynne High School often compared to?
Wynne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross County High School A New Tech School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wynne High School?
The graduation rate of Wynne High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Wynne High School?
723 students attend Wynne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wynne High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 4% 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 Wynne High School?
Wynne High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wynne High School offer ?
Wynne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wynne High School part of?
Wynne High School is part of Wynne School District.
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