Taylor High School is a comprehensive public junior-senior high school serving grades seventh through twelfth in the rural community of Taylor, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 259 students in grades 7-12, Taylor High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Taylor High School's student population of 259 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Blue, Yellow
School Calendar
School Motto
One Dream
School Rankings
Taylor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor 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
#278 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor High School's ranking?
Taylor High School is ranked #278 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Taylor High School often compared to?
Taylor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Taylor High School?
259 students attend Taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Taylor High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor High School?
Taylor High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taylor High School offer ?
Taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taylor High School part of?
Taylor High School is part of Emerson-Taylor-Bradley School District.
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