Kingston High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 7 through 12 in the rural community of Kingston, Madison County, Arkansas, United States. It is only high school administered in Madison County by the Jasper School District. It was previously a part of the Kingston School District.
Serving 100 students in grades 7-12, Kingston 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 2:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kingston High School's student population of 100 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 147% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Kingston 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 Kingston High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
87%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellowjacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingston High School's ranking?
Kingston High School is ranked #246 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Kingston High School?
The graduation rate of Kingston High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Kingston High School?
100 students attend Kingston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kingston High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingston High School?
Kingston High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kingston High School offer ?
Kingston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kingston High School part of?
Kingston High School is part of Jasper School District.
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