Gurdon High School in Gurdon, AR serves 251 students in grades 7–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Minority enrollment is 51%, reflecting a diverse student body of Hispanic (22%), Black (26%), White (49%), and multi–racial students (3%).
Math proficiency is 5%, which is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%, showing persistent challenges in this subject.
Reading proficiency ranges between 15–19%, also lower than the state average of 40%, with no clear trend of improvement over recent years.
The school's graduation rate is approximately 90%, which is slightly higher than the Arkansas state rate of 88%.
Gurdon High School's overall testing rank places it in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools, declining slightly to a rank of #947 in 2023 from #884 in 2021.
Enrollment declined from 278 students in 2003 to 251 students in 2023, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch fluctuated, reaching 54% in 2023 after earlier peaks above 60%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (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
Gurdon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gurdon High School's student population of 252 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gurdon 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 Gurdon High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
24%
19%
White
53%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gurdon High School's ranking?
Gurdon High School is ranked #947 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?
≤5% 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 Gurdon High School?
The graduation rate of Gurdon High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gurdon High School?
252 students attend Gurdon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Gurdon High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gurdon High School?
Gurdon High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gurdon High School offer ?
Gurdon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gurdon High School part of?
Gurdon High School is part of Gurdon School District.
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