Serving 395 students in grades 10-12, Pottsville 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsville 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
Pottsville High School's student population of 395 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 141% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pottsville 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 Pottsville High School is 0.20, which is less 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
#302 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
89%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pottsville High School's ranking?
Pottsville High School is ranked #302 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pottsville High School often compared to?
Pottsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Pottsville High School?
The graduation rate of Pottsville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pottsville High School?
395 students attend Pottsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pottsville High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pottsville High School?
Pottsville High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pottsville High School offer ?
Pottsville High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pottsville High School part of?
Pottsville High School is part of Pottsville School District.
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