Western Yell County High School is comprehensive public high school located in the rural, distant community of Havana, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 141 students in grades 7-12, Western Yell County 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 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Yell County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Yell County High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Maroon, Silver
School Rankings
Western Yell County 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 Western Yell County High School is 0.43, 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)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
73%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Yell County High School's ranking?
Western Yell County High School is ranked #705 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?
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 Western Yell County High School?
The graduation rate of Western Yell County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Western Yell County High School?
141 students attend Western Yell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Western Yell County High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Yell County High School?
Western Yell County High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Yell County High School offer ?
Western Yell County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western Yell County High School part of?
Western Yell County High School is part of Western Yell County School District.
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