Serving 390 students in grades 7-12, Melbourne High School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melbourne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Melbourne High School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melbourne High School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melbourne High School is 0.08, 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
#184 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melbourne High School's ranking?
Melbourne High School is ranked #184 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Melbourne High School often compared to?
Melbourne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melbourne Elementary School, Izard Co. Cons. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melbourne High School?
The graduation rate of Melbourne High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Melbourne High School?
390 students attend Melbourne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Melbourne High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melbourne High School?
Melbourne High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melbourne High School offer ?
Melbourne High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Melbourne High School part of?
Melbourne High School is part of Melbourne School District.
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