Nemo Vista High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school in Center Ridge, Arkansas, United States. It is one of four public high schools located in Conway County and is the sole high school administered by Nemo Vista School District serving grades 9 through 12.
Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Nemo Vista 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nemo Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nemo Vista High School's student population of 129 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 118% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nemo Vista 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 Nemo Vista High School is 0.24, 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
#232 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
87%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Nemo Vista High School's ranking?
Nemo Vista High School is ranked #232 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Nemo Vista High School often compared to?
Nemo Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrilton Sr. High School, Wonderview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nemo Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Nemo Vista High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nemo Vista High School?
129 students attend Nemo Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nemo Vista High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nemo Vista High School?
Nemo Vista High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nemo Vista High School offer ?
Nemo Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nemo Vista High School part of?
Nemo Vista High School is part of Nemo Vista School District.
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