Berryville High School, a rural Arkansas public high school with 553 students in grades 9–12, maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 14:1.
Math proficiency is 18%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and district average of 34%, showing a decline from 37% in 2018.
Reading proficiency is approximately equal to the state average at 40%, with a stable trend near this level over recent years.
Science proficiency at 34% is slightly lower than the state average of 36% but roughly equal to the district average of 35%.
Graduation rates ranged from 85% to 89% in recent years, which is slightly lower than the state average around 88%, and the school's overall ranking declined from #291 in 2015 to #678 in 2023.
Minority enrollment accounts for 41% of the student body, with 303 students eligible for free lunch and 77 for reduced–price lunch, indicating a steady socioeconomic composition with roughly 54% eligible for free lunch as of 2023.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berryville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Berryville High School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We are Berryville Pride!
School Rankings
Berryville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berryville High School is 0.56, 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
#678 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
59%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Berryville High School's ranking?
Berryville High School is ranked #678 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Berryville High School often compared to?
Berryville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eureka Springs High School, Green Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berryville High School?
The graduation rate of Berryville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Berryville High School?
553 students attend Berryville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Berryville High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berryville High School?
Berryville High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berryville High School offer ?
Berryville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berryville High School part of?
Berryville High School is part of Berryville School District.
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