Smackover High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Smackover, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for more than 280 students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of five public high schools in Union County.
Serving 347 students in grades 9-12, Smackover 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 30-34% (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 Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smackover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Smackover High School's student population of 347 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smackover 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 Smackover 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
#813 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
20%
19%
White
73%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buckaroo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smackover High School's ranking?
Smackover High School is ranked #813 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smackover High School?
The graduation rate of Smackover High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Smackover High School?
347 students attend Smackover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Smackover High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smackover High School?
Smackover High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smackover High School offer ?
Smackover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smackover High School part of?
Smackover High School is part of Smackover Norphlet School District.
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