County Line High School in Branch, AR, has an enrollment of 242 students in grades 7–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the 13:1 ratio reported in 2023, indicating improved classroom size over recent years.
Math proficiency is 30–34%, which is lower than the state average of 39%, and shows a decline from 50–54% in 2019, reflecting a downward trend in math performance at this Arkansas rural high school.
Reading proficiency ranges between 45–49%, which is higher than the state average of 40%, though this reflects a decline from 55–59% recorded in 2019, indicating a recent drop in literacy skills.
The graduation rate is consistently at or above 90%, exceeding the state average of 88%, placing County Line High School in the top 50% for this metric in Arkansas.
Minority enrollment is 13%, with 210 of 242 students identified as White (not Hispanic); the socioeconomic composition shows 99% of students eligible for free lunch, a significant indicator of economic need among students at this Arkansas rural high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
County Line High School's student population of 242 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence, One Student at a Time
School Rankings
County Line High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of County Line High School is 0.24, 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
#400 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
87%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 County Line High School's ranking?
County Line High School is ranked #400 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are County Line High School often compared to?
County Line High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ozark Jr/sr High School, Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 County Line High School?
The graduation rate of County Line High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend County Line High School?
242 students attend County Line High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of County Line High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of County Line High School?
County Line High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does County Line High School offer ?
County Line High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is County Line High School part of?
County Line High School is part of County Line School District.
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