Average
#423 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 41% in state
Forrest City High School
High School · FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
467 VICTORIA ST, Forrest City, AR 72335
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#423 of 1,036
In Forrest City
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Forrest City High School
Forrest City High School is a public high school in Forrest City, AR, part of FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forrest City High School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Forrest City High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Forrest City High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Forrest City High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Forrest City High School — Students at Forrest City High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Forrest City High School Compares
See how Forrest City High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
467 VICTORIA ST, Forrest City, AR 72335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrest City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Palestine), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CROSS CNTY HIGH A NEW TECH SCH (rated 7.7/10, 26.5 miles away, in nearby Cherry Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EARLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Earle), a more accessible option. For more schools in Forrest City, see our Forrest City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FORREST CITY JR. HIGH Forrest City | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| LINCOLN ACADEMY Forrest City | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY ELEM. SCH. Palestine | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SENIOR HIGH Palestine | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WYNNE HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 14.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WYNNE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Wynne | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WYNNE PRIMARY SCHOOL Wynne | 14.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WYNNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 15.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LEE HIGH SCHOOL Marianna | 16.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ANNA STRONG LEARNING ACADEMY Marianna | 17.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSS COUNTY ELE TECH ACADEMY Cherry Valley | 26.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSS CNTY HIGH A NEW TECH SCH Cherry Valley | 26.5 mi | 7.7 |
| EARLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Earle | 25.2 mi | 3.3 |
| BRINKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Brinkley | 24.7 mi | 4.3 |
| C.B. PARTEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brinkley | 24.9 mi | 3.4 |
| EARLE HIGH SCHOOL Earle | 26.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MCCRORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mccrory | 27.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,045
Median Home Value
$92,700
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
16,514
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.3%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DARDANELLE HIGH SCHOOL Dardanelle, AR | 6.8 |
| PARKERS CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL El Dorado, AR | 6.8 |
| DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover, AR | 6.7 |
| MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Marshall, AR | 6.7 |
| MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne, AR | 6.7 |
| MENA HIGH SCHOOL Mena, AR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest City High School
What grades does Forrest City High School serve?
Forrest City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Forrest City High School?
Forrest City High School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrest City High School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrest City High School rank in AR?
Forrest City High School ranks #423 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Forrest City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrest City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forrest City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrest City High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forrest City High School a charter school?
No, Forrest City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrest City High School a Title I school?
No, Forrest City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrest City High School?
100.0% of students at Forrest City High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (870) 633-1464
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,128
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,410
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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