Hoxie High School, a rural Arkansas public high school serving grades 7–12, has an enrollment of 345 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is notably lower than the state average ratio of 14 to 1.
The school's math proficiency is currently 25%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and shows a decline from 29% in 2019; reading proficiency is 35%, also lower than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency at Hoxie High is 32%, below the state average of 36%, with a slight improvement from 22% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
Graduation rates range between 85% and 89%, which are approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 88%, but the school's overall academic ranking has declined from #411 in 2017 to #692 in 2023.
Minority enrollment is 7%, with 100% of students eligible for free lunch in recent years, reflecting a significant increase from 35% eligibility in 2000, indicating a major demographic and socioeconomic shift at this rural Arkansas high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoxie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hoxie High School's student population of 345 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning today for a better tomorrow!
School Rankings
Hoxie 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 Hoxie High School is 0.13, 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
#692 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
93%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
13%
8%
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 Hoxie High School's ranking?
Hoxie High School is ranked #692 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoxie High School?
The graduation rate of Hoxie High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hoxie High School?
345 students attend Hoxie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hoxie High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoxie High School?
Hoxie High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hoxie High School offer ?
Hoxie High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hoxie High School part of?
Hoxie High School is part of Hoxie School District.
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