Genoa Central High School

About Genoa Central High School

Genoa Central High School is a public high school located in Genoa, Arkansas. Established in 1927, Genoa Central High School is one of the oldest and most respected educational institutions in the area. The school is committed to providing a quality education to its students, with a focus on preparing them for success in college and the workforce.
Genoa Central High School offers a wide variety of courses, from core classes like math, science, and English to electives such as art and music. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, student clubs, and volunteer opportunities.
The school also has a strong sense of community, with faculty and staff members who are dedicated to helping students reach their goals. Genoa Central High School is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Address:	12472 Hwy 196 Texarkana, AR 71854
Phone:	(870) 653-2272
Site:	gchs.dragons1.k12.ar.us
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	365 students

Overview Genoa Central High School

Genoa Central High School serves 365 students in grades 9-12.
Genoa Central High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Genoa Central High School

Genoa Central High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Genoa Central High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.