Serving 87 students in grades 7-12, Rural Special High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Special High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rural Special High School's student population of 87 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rural Special High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Special High School is 0.17, 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
#238 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
9%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
91%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Special High School's ranking?
Rural Special High School is ranked #238 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rural Special High School?
The graduation rate of Rural Special High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Rural Special High School?
87 students attend Rural Special High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rural Special High School students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rural Special High School?
Rural Special High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rural Special High School offer ?
Rural Special High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rural Special High School part of?
Rural Special High School is part of Mountain View School District.
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