Serving 1,041 students in grades 9-12, Nettleton High School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nettleton High School's student population of 1,041 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettleton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nettleton High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#883 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
53%
19%
White
28%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettleton High School's ranking?
Nettleton High School is ranked #883 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Nettleton High School often compared to?
Nettleton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Academies At Jonesboro High School, Valley View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nettleton High School?
The graduation rate of Nettleton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nettleton High School?
1,041 students attend Nettleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nettleton High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettleton High School?
Nettleton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nettleton High School offer ?
Nettleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nettleton High School part of?
Nettleton High School is part of Nettleton School District.
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