Nevada High School in Rosston, AR serves 206 students in grades 7–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 14:1.
Math proficiency at Nevada High School is between 10–14%, which is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%, reflecting ongoing academic challenges in this subject.
Reading proficiency ranges from 25–29%, also lower than the state average of 40%, while science proficiency is 20–24%, below the state average of 36%.
The graduation rate is approximately 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%, with rates fluctuating over recent years but remaining below state level overall.
Enrollment has declined from 315 students in 1999 to 206 students in 2023, while minority enrollment is currently 41%, indicating a racially diverse student body at this rural Nevada School District high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Nevada High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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Nevada High School's student population of 206 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Nevada 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 Nevada High School is 0.54, 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
#861 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
34%
19%
White
59%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
30%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Nevada High School's ranking?
Nevada High School is ranked #861 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada High School?
The graduation rate of Nevada High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nevada High School?
206 students attend Nevada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Nevada High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nevada High School?
Nevada High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nevada High School offer ?
Nevada High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nevada High School part of?
Nevada High School is part of Nevada School District.
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