Greenwood High School is a comprehensive public high school established in 1915 serving the community of Greenwood, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 1,181 students in grades 9-12, Greenwood High School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenwood High School's student population of 1,181 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has grown by 132% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood High School is 0.34, 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
#210 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood High School's ranking?
Greenwood High School is ranked #210 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Greenwood High School often compared to?
Greenwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside High School, Hackett High School, Northside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Greenwood High School is 98%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Greenwood High School?
1,181 students attend Greenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Greenwood High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood High School?
Greenwood High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood High School offer ?
Greenwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood High School part of?
Greenwood High School is part of Greenwood School District.
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