Serving 385 students in grades 7-12, Cossatot River 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 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cossatot River High School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cossatot River 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 Cossatot River High School is 0.53, 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
#580 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
62%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
28%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cossatot River High School's ranking?
Cossatot River High School is ranked #580 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cossatot River High School often compared to?
Cossatot River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mena High School, Cossatot River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cossatot River High School?
The graduation rate of Cossatot River High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cossatot River High School?
385 students attend Cossatot River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cossatot River High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cossatot River High School?
Cossatot River High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cossatot River High School offer ?
Cossatot River High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cossatot River High School part of?
Cossatot River High School is part of Cossatot River School District.
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