Mansfield High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Mansfield, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for more than 400 students in grades 7 through 12. It is one of two public high schools in Scott County: the other is Waldron High School.
Serving 214 students in grades 9-12, Mansfield 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mansfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mansfield High School's student population of 214 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mansfield 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 Mansfield High School is 0.34, 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
#669 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
81%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mansfield High School's ranking?
Mansfield High School is ranked #669 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mansfield High School?
The graduation rate of Mansfield High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mansfield High School?
214 students attend Mansfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mansfield High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mansfield High School?
Mansfield High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mansfield High School offer ?
Mansfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mansfield High School part of?
Mansfield High School is part of Mansfield School District.
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