Russellville High School

Russellville High School

Public High School | Grade 10-12
2203 S Knoxville Ave,  Russellville, AR
Russellville School District
3.8
4.7
1,282 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Al Harpenau
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
121
Full Time Teachers
121
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
560
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
44.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
23.8%
Science
32.3%
English
59.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
233:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
White
60%
Hispanic
25.8%
Two or more races
6.4%
Black
5.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arkansas Tech University 517 Students
University of Arkansas 365 Students
University of Central Arkansas 329 Students
Arkansas State University 151 Students
Hendrix College 98 Students
University of Arkansas at Little Rock 82 Students
Harding University 76 Students
University of Arkansas Community College - Morrilton 65 Students
Ouachita Baptist University 53 Students
Henderson State University 46 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 91 Students
Nursing 78 Students
Psychology 77 Students
Business 72 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 60 Students
Accounting 33 Students
Criminology 31 Students
Computer Science 26 Students
Marketing 23 Students
Mechanical Engineering 23 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 199 Reviews
3.0 Senior
4/24/2025
My experience with Russellville High School has been fairly positive throughout the years. However, for things that I would like to see changed, I would want to see more promotion for the arts and allow sports other than football to be promoted and be shown more support.
4.0 Senior
1/30/2025
Russellville Highschool, has many great teachers and administrators, the STEM departments are especially great. The school has a great connection with Arkansas Tech University which provides vocational programs to cater to any students preferred field. If you want to succeed resources are available.
5.0 Senior
11/3/2024
Opportunities to make connections with friends, the band program, and AP class availability have been the best aspects of my experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 29 Reviews
3.0 parent
9/14/2018
In comparison to other schools in the state it is an excellent choice. Sadly Arkansas is not even close to where it should be. A greater focus on STEM and stopping the practice of putting non STEM majors into STEM classes as instructors needs to be addressed. An over focus in extracurricular activit...
5.0 parent
3/25/2015
My oldest son is a Junior there this year. He has had a great education. I will be very proud to say my son is a graduate of RHS!!! Thank you to all the staff at RHS for always doing what is best for your students!!!
5.0 parent
3/2/2015
What an opportunity. I wish every child had the opportunity to attend this school. This school has programs from Automotive to Engineering. The doors this school could open for your child is numerous. The staff is nice and the building is inviting to parents. If you are looking for a place that will...
3.0 parent
2/26/2015
Russellville High School employs weak teachers. Some do not hold degrees in and are incapable of teaching their assigned subject. The extracurricular opportunities are poorly led by individuals who do not care for his/her students (i.e. band). The school itself reflects that of an asylum - white wal...

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Russellville High School is a public school for students in grades 10-12 in Russellville, AR and is served by the Russellville School District in Arkansas. The school has a total enrollment of 1,282 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Russellville High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Community Christian School, Russellville Middle School, Russellville Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Russellville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Russellville High School.

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