Morrilton High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve in Morrilton, Arkansas, United States. It is in Conway County and is the sole high school administered by the South Conway County School District.
Serving 719 students in grades 9-12, Morrilton Sr. 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 25% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morrilton Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Morrilton Sr. High School's student population of 719 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morrilton Sr. 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 Morrilton Sr. High School is 0.52, 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
#629 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
19%
19%
White
66%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Devil Dog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrilton Sr. High School's ranking?
Morrilton Sr. High School is ranked #629 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Morrilton Sr. High School often compared to?
Morrilton Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nemo Vista High School, Atkins High School, Wonderview High School by visitors of our site.
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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morrilton Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Morrilton Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Morrilton Sr. High School?
719 students attend Morrilton Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Morrilton Sr. High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrilton Sr. High School?
Morrilton Sr. High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morrilton Sr. High School offer ?
Morrilton Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morrilton Sr. High School part of?
Morrilton Sr. High School is part of South Conway County School District.
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