Earle High School in Earle, AR, is a Title I eligible rural public high school serving grades 7–12 with 186 students and a notably low student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is higher student attention compared to the state average ratio of around 14 to 1.
Math proficiency at Earle High School is 5%, which is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 12%, with proficiency consistently remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Reading proficiency is between 10–14%, substantially lower than the state average of 40%, and science proficiency is 6–9%, also below the state average of 36%, indicating challenges across core academic subjects.
The graduation rate ranges from 80–89%, which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 88% but places the school in the bottom 50% statewide for graduation performance.
Enrollment declined from 402 students in 1999 to 186 students in 2023, alongside a 99% minority enrollment predominantly comprising Black students, reflecting significant demographic and enrollment changes in this Arkansas rural high school profile.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Earle High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earle 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 Earle High School is 0.12, 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
#973 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
94%
19%
White
1%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
8%
9%
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 Earle High School's ranking?
Earle High School is ranked #973 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Earle High School often compared to?
Earle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion High School, The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earle High School?
The graduation rate of Earle High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Earle High School?
186 students attend Earle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Earle High School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earle High School?
Earle High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Earle High School offer ?
Earle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Earle High School part of?
Earle High School is part of Earle School District.
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