Eureka Springs High School is a public secondary school for students in grades nine through twelve located in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, United States. It is one of three public high schools located in Carroll County and the sole high school administered by the Eureka Springs School District.
Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, Eureka Springs High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Eureka Springs High School's student population of 220 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Eureka Springs High School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Springs High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#179 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
86%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Highlander
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Springs High School's ranking?
Eureka Springs High School is ranked #179 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Eureka Springs High School often compared to?
Eureka Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berryville High School, Mccorkle Pk-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eureka Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Eureka Springs High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Eureka Springs High School?
220 students attend Eureka Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Eureka Springs High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eureka Springs High School?
Eureka Springs High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eureka Springs High School offer ?
Eureka Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eureka Springs High School part of?
Eureka Springs High School is part of Eureka Springs School District.
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