Palestine–Wheatley High School is a comprehensive six-year public high school in Palestine, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 378 students in grades 7-12, Palestine-wheatley Senior 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 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School's student population of 378 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palestine-wheatley Senior 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 Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is 0.28, 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
#570 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
12%
19%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
26%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School's ranking?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is ranked #570 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Palestine-wheatley Senior High School often compared to?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccrory High School, Forrest City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
378 students attend Palestine-wheatley Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palestine-wheatley Senior High School?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palestine-wheatley Senior High School offer ?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School part of?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School is part of Palestine Wheatley School District.
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