Serving 229 students in grades 7-12, Bay 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 38%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bay High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
94%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay High School's ranking?
Bay High School is ranked #604 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bay High School often compared to?
Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nettleton 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 38% 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 Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Bay High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bay High School?
229 students attend Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bay High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay High School?
Bay High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bay High School offer ?
Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay High School part of?
Bay High School is part of Bay School District.
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