Serving 297 students in grades 8-12, Tuckerman High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuckerman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Tuckerman High School's student population of 297 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tuckerman High School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuckerman High School is 0.21, 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
#186 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
5%
19%
White
89%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuckerman High School's ranking?
Tuckerman High School is ranked #186 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuckerman High School?
The graduation rate of Tuckerman High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Tuckerman High School?
297 students attend Tuckerman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Tuckerman High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuckerman High School?
Tuckerman High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tuckerman High School offer ?
Tuckerman High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuckerman High School part of?
Tuckerman High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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