Beebe High School, a rural Arkansas public high school in Beebe School District, serves 1,055 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which is among the lowest in the state and ranks in the top 20% for student attention.
The school's graduation rate is 92%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88% and has consistently exceeded the state rate over the last decade.
Math proficiency is 32%, which is lower than the state average of 39% and has declined from a peak of 42% in 2018 to 32% in 2023, remaining below district levels.
Reading proficiency stands at 42%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 40%, showing some fluctuation but stable performance in recent years.
Minority enrollment at is 18%, with free lunch eligibility increasing from 14% in 2017 to 32% in 2023, indicating a significant rise in the socioeconomic need among students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beebe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Beebe High School's student population of 1,049 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,049 students
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beebe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beebe High School is 0.32, 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
#476 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
5%
19%
White
82%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Badger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beebe High School's ranking?
Beebe High School is ranked #476 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Beebe High School often compared to?
Beebe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Searcy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beebe High School?
The graduation rate of Beebe High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Beebe High School?
1,049 students attend Beebe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Beebe High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beebe High School?
Beebe High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beebe High School offer ?
Beebe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beebe High School part of?
Beebe High School is part of Beebe School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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