What grades does CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL serve?

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the WEST HELENA area.

Where is CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL located?

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a town school in WEST HELENA, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is 8.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in WEST HELENA, AR?

Schools in WEST HELENA include CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the WEST HELENA area.

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

436

Student:Teacher

8.1:1

Locale

Town

District

HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)572-6744

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

13%

5th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

1th percentile in AR

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

45.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

7 courses offered

142 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

68 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

39 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

80 test takers

Athletics

2 sports, 4 teams

170 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.5:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

600

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

38% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,610

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,643

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,437

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 32%Local 44%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$51,568

-6.0% 1yr-23.9% 5yr

Helena, AR metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

44.4%

Below 150% poverty line

14.2%

Unemployment rate

7.6%

Uninsured residents

18.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

130

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

130

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

30%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

49 (38%)

Specific Learning Disability

24 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

23 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

15 (12%)

Autism

9 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

3 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

439

Current enrollment

Declining(-24% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

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Mon, Nov 9, 2026

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Mon, Dec 14, 2026

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Central High School follows the district calendar.

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Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
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Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—