Serving 2,599 students in grades 9-12, Fayetteville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fayetteville High School's student population of 2,599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 190 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
190 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fayetteville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayetteville High School is 0.58, 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
#330 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
62%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Fayetteville High School's ranking?
Fayetteville High School is ranked #330 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayetteville High School?
The graduation rate of Fayetteville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fayetteville High School?
2,599 students attend Fayetteville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fayetteville High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fayetteville High School?
Fayetteville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fayetteville High School offer ?
Fayetteville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayetteville High School part of?
Fayetteville High School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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