Blytheville High School is a comprehensive public high school for students in grades nine through twelve located in Blytheville, Arkansas, United States. It is one of six public high schools in Mississippi County, Arkansas and the only high school managed by the Blytheville School District.
Serving 369 students in grades 9-12, Blytheville 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 2% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blytheville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Blytheville High School's student population of 369 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Blytheville 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 Blytheville High School is 0.27, 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
#977 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
85%
19%
White
9%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blytheville High School's ranking?
Blytheville High School is ranked #977 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Blytheville High School often compared to?
Blytheville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola High School, Gosnell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blytheville High School?
The graduation rate of Blytheville High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Blytheville High School?
369 students attend Blytheville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Blytheville High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blytheville High School?
Blytheville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blytheville High School offer ?
Blytheville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blytheville High School part of?
Blytheville High School is part of Blytheville School District.
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