Serving 484 students in grades 9-12, Heber Springs 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 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heber Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Heber Springs High School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heber Springs 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 Heber Springs High School is 0.15, 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
#302 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
92%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heber Springs High School's ranking?
Heber Springs High School is ranked #302 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Heber Springs High School often compared to?
Heber Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Side High School, Quitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heber Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Heber Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Heber Springs High School?
484 students attend Heber Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Heber Springs High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heber Springs High School?
Heber Springs High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heber Springs High School offer ?
Heber Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heber Springs High School part of?
Heber Springs High School is part of Heber Springs School District.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2008
I have put three boys through school at Heber Springs starting with Elementary through High School with my baby being in 9th grade this year. I have nothing but good things to say about the school. They have awesome academic programs, after school help, Music dept is wonderful, the facilities are in good shape and improving all the time, and the spirit of the parents at this school is amazing. The turn out for football games is wonderful.
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