Cedar Ridge High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in Newark, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 373 students in grades 6-12, Cedar Ridge 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 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar Ridge High School's student population of 373 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge 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 Cedar Ridge High School is 0.17, 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
#558 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge High School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge High School is ranked #558 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cedar Ridge High School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Batesville High School Charter, Southside Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Ridge High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cedar Ridge High School?
373 students attend Cedar Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cedar Ridge High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge High School?
Cedar Ridge High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge High School offer ?
Cedar Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Ridge High School part of?
Cedar Ridge High School is part of Cedar Ridge School District.
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