Serving 208 students in grades 7-12, Jasper High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 1% 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: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jasper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jasper High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jasper 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 Jasper High School is 0.02, 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
#408 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
99%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper High School's ranking?
Jasper High School is ranked #408 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jasper High School?
The graduation rate of Jasper High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jasper High School?
208 students attend Jasper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jasper High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jasper High School?
Jasper High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jasper High School offer ?
Jasper High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jasper High School part of?
Jasper High School is part of Jasper School District.
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