Fordyce High School

About Fordyce High School

Fordyce High School is a public school located in Fordyce, Arkansas. It serves students in grades 9-12 and is part of the Fordyce School District. Fordyce High School has a long history of academic excellence and is known for its rigorous academic programs. The school offers a variety of courses in the areas of English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language. It also has a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as music, art, drama, and sports.
Fordyce High School is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for its students. The school has a strong focus on character development, and students are encouraged to make good decisions and become responsible citizens. The school also has a strong emphasis on community service and encourages its students to get involved in their local community.
Fordyce High School is a great place for students to get their education and to prepare for their future. The school is dedicated to providing its students with the best possible education and experiences that will help them succeed in life.

Address:	100 Redbug Blvd Fordyce, AR 71742
Phone:	(870) 352-2126
Site:	www.fordyceschools.org
Grades:	7 – 12
Enrollment:	368 students

Overview Fordyce High School

Fordyce High School serves 368 students in grades 7-12.
Fordyce High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Fordyce High School

Fordyce High School is ranked within the bottom 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 Fordyce High School is 0.53, 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.