Bald Knob High School is a comprehensive public high school for students in grades 9 through 12 located in Bald Knob, Arkansas, United States. The school serves more than 412 students in White County.
Serving 326 students in grades 9-12, Bald Knob 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bald Knob High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bald Knob High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Bald Knob 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 Bald Knob High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bald Knob School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bald Knob High School's ranking?
Bald Knob High School is ranked #660 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bald Knob High School often compared to?
Bald Knob High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Searcy High School, Pangburn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bald Knob High School?
The graduation rate of Bald Knob High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bald Knob High School?
326 students attend Bald Knob High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bald Knob High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bald Knob High School?
Bald Knob High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bald Knob High School offer ?
Bald Knob High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bald Knob High School part of?
Bald Knob High School is part of Bald Knob School District.
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