Serving 236 students in grades 7-12, Taylor High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Taylor High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taylor 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 Taylor 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
#250 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
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
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor High School's ranking?
Taylor High School is ranked #250 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Taylor High School often compared to?
Taylor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Taylor High School?
236 students attend Taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Taylor High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taylor High School?
Taylor High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taylor High School offer ?
Taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor High School part of?
Taylor High School is part of Emerson-Taylor School District.
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