Cross County High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Cross County, Arkansas, 2 miles from Cherry Valley, and operated by the Cross County School District. The school educates 7–12th grade students. It draws students from Cherry Valley, Hickory Ridge and Vanndale.
Serving 315 students in grades 7-12, Cross County High School A New Tech School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County High School A New Tech School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cross County High School A New Tech School's student population of 315 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cross County High School A New Tech 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 Cross County High School A New Tech School is 0.24, 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
#326 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
9%
19%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross County High School A New Tech School's ranking?
Cross County High School A New Tech School is ranked #326 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cross County High School A New Tech School often compared to?
Cross County High School A New Tech Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wynne High School, Palestine-wheatley Senior 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross County High School A New Tech School?
The graduation rate of Cross County High School A New Tech School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cross County High School A New Tech School?
315 students attend Cross County High School A New Tech School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cross County High School A New Tech School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross County High School A New Tech School?
Cross County High School A New Tech School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross County High School A New Tech School offer ?
Cross County High School A New Tech School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cross County High School A New Tech School part of?
Cross County High School A New Tech School is part of Cross County School District.
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