Serving 462 students in grades 7-12, Walnut Ridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 12% 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: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Ridge High School's student population of 462 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Ridge High School is 0.22, 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
#631 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
88%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Ridge High School's ranking?
Walnut Ridge High School is ranked #631 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walnut Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Walnut Ridge High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Walnut Ridge High School?
462 students attend Walnut Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Walnut Ridge High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Ridge High School?
Walnut Ridge High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walnut Ridge High School offer ?
Walnut Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Ridge High School part of?
Walnut Ridge High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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