Serving 612 students in grades 7-12, Gosnell 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 38% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gosnell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gosnell High School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gosnell 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 Gosnell High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
25%
19%
White
61%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gosnell High School's ranking?
Gosnell High School is ranked #469 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gosnell High School often compared to?
Gosnell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blytheville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gosnell High School?
The graduation rate of Gosnell High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gosnell High School?
612 students attend Gosnell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gosnell High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gosnell High School?
Gosnell High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gosnell High School offer ?
Gosnell High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gosnell High School part of?
Gosnell High School is part of Gosnell School District.
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