For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 614 students in Rison, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in Rison, AR are Woodlawn High School and Rison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rison, AR public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Rison have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public high schools.
Rison, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rison High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Rison, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodlawn High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6760 Hwy 63
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Grades: 7-12
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Rison High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Main
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Grades: 7-12
| 345 students
Rison, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
16650 Hwy 79
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Grades: PK-5
| 97 students
700 Main Street
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Rison, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in Rison, AR include Woodlawn High School and Rison High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rison?
2 public high schools are located in Rison.
What is the racial composition of students in Rison?
Rison public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Rison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Rison include: Rison High School vs. Woodlawn High School
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