The Valley Springs School is a historic school building at 1 School Street in Valley Springs, Arkansas. Now part of a larger school complex, it is a single-story fieldstone structure with a wide south-facing facade, and a gable-on-hip roof. There are two entrance pavilions, marked by steeply-pitched gable projections.
Serving 219 students in grades 9-12, Valley Springs High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 4% 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: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Springs High School's student population of 219 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Springs High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Springs High School is 0.08, 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
#206 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Valley Springs School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Springs High School's ranking?
Valley Springs High School is ranked #206 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Valley Springs High School often compared to?
Valley Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bergman High School, Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Springs High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valley Springs High School?
219 students attend Valley Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Valley Springs High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Springs High School?
Valley Springs High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Springs High School offer ?
Valley Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Springs High School part of?
Valley Springs High School is part of Valley Springs School District.
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