Serving 228 students in grades 7-12, Lafayette County 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lafayette County High School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.
School Rankings
Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#938 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
68%
19%
White
22%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette County High School's ranking?
Lafayette County High School is ranked #938 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette County High School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lafayette County High School?
228 students attend Lafayette County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lafayette County High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette County High School?
Lafayette County High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lafayette County High School offer ?
Lafayette County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lafayette County High School part of?
Lafayette County High School is part of Lafayette County School District.
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