Pocahontas High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Pocahontas, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 10 through 12.
Serving 384 students in grades 10-12, Pocahontas 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocahontas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Pocahontas High School's student population of 384 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 193% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare Today for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Pocahontas 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 Pocahontas High School is 0.36, 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
#705 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
12%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Pocahontas High School's ranking?
Pocahontas High School is ranked #705 out of 989 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocahontas High School?
The graduation rate of Pocahontas High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pocahontas High School?
384 students attend Pocahontas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pocahontas High School students are White, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocahontas High School?
Pocahontas High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocahontas High School offer ?
Pocahontas High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocahontas High School part of?
Pocahontas High School is part of Pocahontas School District.
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