Lavaca High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in the city of Lavaca, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, Lavaca 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavaca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lavaca High School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Motto
Minds that Think. Hearts that Care. Hands that Serve.
School Rankings
Lavaca 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 Lavaca High School is 0.35, 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
#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)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
80%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Arrow
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavaca High School's ranking?
Lavaca High School is ranked #705 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lavaca High School often compared to?
Lavaca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Hackett High School, Northside High School by visitors of our site.
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 Lavaca High School?
The graduation rate of Lavaca High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lavaca High School?
245 students attend Lavaca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lavaca High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavaca High School?
Lavaca High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lavaca High School offer ?
Lavaca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lavaca High School part of?
Lavaca High School is part of Lavaca School District.
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