Serving 345 students in grades 7-12, Rison 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 38% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rison High School's student population of 345 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rison 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 Rison High School is 0.44, 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
#488 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
22%
19%
White
72%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Rison High School's ranking?
Rison High School is ranked #488 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Rison High School often compared to?
Rison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fordyce High School, Woodlawn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rison High School?
The graduation rate of Rison High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Rison High School?
345 students attend Rison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rison High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rison High School?
Rison High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rison High School offer ?
Rison High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rison High School part of?
Rison High School is part of Cleveland County School District.
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