Carthage High School in Carthage, AR, serves 54 students in grades 7 through 12 with a student–teacher ratio reported as 0:1 in recent years, indicating limited on–site teaching staff compared to the district and state averages.
Math proficiency declined from 65% in 2019 to 55% in 2023 but remains higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and Malvern School District's 24% in 2023.
Reading proficiency dropped from 50% in 2019 to 30% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 40% and the district's 24%, showing a downward trend over recent years.
Science proficiency improved from 35% in 2021 to 40% in 2022, exceeding the state average of 36% and district average of 24% in 2022.
The student body is predominantly Black (52 students) with only 2 White students, and 65% of students qualify for free lunch, indicating a high socioeconomic need within this rural Arkansas high school.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
54 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
96%
19%
White
4%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Carthage High School?
54 students attend Carthage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carthage High School students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Carthage High School offer ?
Carthage High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Carthage High School part of?
Carthage High School is part of Malvern School District.
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