Serving 321 students in grades 7-12, Horatio 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 41% (which is higher than 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 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horatio High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Horatio High School's student population of 321 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horatio 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 Horatio High School is 0.47, 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
#445 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
68%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Horatio High School's ranking?
Horatio High School is ranked #445 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?
41% 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 Horatio High School?
The graduation rate of Horatio High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Horatio High School?
321 students attend Horatio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Horatio High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horatio High School?
Horatio High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horatio High School offer ?
Horatio High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Horatio High School part of?
Horatio High School is part of Horatio School District.
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