Bauxite High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Bauxite, Arkansas, United States. It is one of five public high schools in Saline County and the only senior high school administered by the Bauxite School District.
Serving 9 students in grades 6-12, Miner Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miner Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Miner Academy's student population of 9 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miner Academy 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 Miner Academy is 0.20, 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
#588 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
89%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
44%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miner Academy's ranking?
Miner Academy is ranked #588 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Miner Academy often compared to?
Miner Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Perrin Elementary School, Pine Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miner Academy?
The graduation rate of Miner Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Miner Academy?
9 students attend Miner Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Miner Academy students are White, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miner Academy?
Miner Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Miner Academy offer ?
Miner Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Miner Academy part of?
Miner Academy is part of Bauxite School District.
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