ARHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

High|WEST HELENA, Arkansas|HELENA / WEST HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT

WEST HELENA, AR 72390

School Profile

Grades
7–12
Enrollment
436
Student:Teacher
8.1:1
Locale
Town
Econ. Disadvantaged
100.0%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
13%
5th percentile in AR
Math Proficiency
4%
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
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
2 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.5:1
Near average in AR

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$14,610
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 25%State 32%Local 44%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$51,568
-6.0% YoY
Helena, AR metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
High
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

439
Current enrollment
Declining(-24% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Enrollment at CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL stands at 436 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

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