Very Good
#215 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 21% in state
Palestine-wheatley Senior High
High School · PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SCH. DIST.
P O BOX 790, Palestine, AR 72372
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#215 of 1,036
In Palestine
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SCH. DIST.
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Palestine-wheatley Senior High
High School in Palestine · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palestine-wheatley Senior High
Palestine-wheatley Senior High is a public high school in Palestine, AR, part of PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SCH. DIST. Palestine-wheatley Senior High serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Palestine-wheatley Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 1,036 schools in AR. Structured state assessment records for Palestine-wheatley Senior High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Palestine-wheatley Senior High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palestine-wheatley Senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
34% of students at Palestine-wheatley Senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Palestine-wheatley Senior High — Students at Palestine-wheatley Senior High score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 7.5/10.
How Palestine-wheatley Senior High Compares
See how Palestine-wheatley Senior High 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
P O BOX 790, Palestine, AR 72372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palestine-wheatley Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORREST CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Forrest City), with a comparable rating. Another option is MCCRORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 26.1 miles away, in nearby Mccrory), a more accessible option. Additionally, LEE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Marianna), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palestine, see our Palestine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY ELEM. SCH. Palestine | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 6.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN ACADEMY Forrest City | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
| FORREST CITY HIGH SCHOOL Forrest City | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FORREST CITY JR. HIGH Forrest City | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forrest City | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LEE HIGH SCHOOL Marianna | 14.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ANNA STRONG LEARNING ACADEMY Marianna | 15.9 mi | 7.7 |
| WYNNE HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 19.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WYNNE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Wynne | 19.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WYNNE PRIMARY SCHOOL Wynne | 19.6 mi | 6.3 |
| WYNNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wynne | 20.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BRINKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Brinkley | 17.7 mi | 4.3 |
| C.B. PARTEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brinkley | 17.8 mi | 3.4 |
| MARVELL-ELAINE HIGH SCHOOL Marvell | 28.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MARVELL-ELAINE ELEMENTARY SCH Marvell | 28.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MCCRORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mccrory | 25.8 mi | 8.4 |
| MCCRORY HIGH SCHOOL Mccrory | 26.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barton | 29.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,857
Median Home Value
$78,100
Median Rent
$679/mo
Population
1,696
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
80.5%
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
39.8
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| MAMMOTH SPRING HIGH SCHOOL Mammoth Spring, AR | 7.7 |
| CADDO ACADEMY Norman, AR | 7.8 |
| NASHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Nashville, AR | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palestine-wheatley Senior High
What grades does Palestine-wheatley Senior High serve?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Palestine-wheatley Senior High?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palestine-wheatley Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Palestine-wheatley Senior High is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palestine-wheatley Senior High rank in AR?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High ranks #215 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Palestine-wheatley Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Palestine-wheatley Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Palestine-wheatley Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palestine-wheatley Senior High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Palestine-wheatley Senior High a charter school?
No, Palestine-wheatley Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palestine-wheatley Senior High a Title I school?
No, Palestine-wheatley Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palestine-wheatley Senior High?
99.2% of students at Palestine-wheatley Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- St. Francis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (870) 581-2425
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
PALESTINE-WHEATLEY SCH. DIST.- District Enrollment
- 815
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,311
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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