For the 2025 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon public high schools serving 5,094 students in Arkansas.
Blue ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and how blue ribbon schools work.
The top ranked blue ribbon public high schools in Arkansas are Bentonville High School, Valley View High School and Batesville High School Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkansas blue ribbon public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Arkansas blue ribbon public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Valley View High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Blue Ribbon ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools in Arkansas (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bentonville High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1901 Se J St
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 254-5100
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 254-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 3,424 students
Rank: #22.
Valley View High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2118 Valley View Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Grades: 10-12
| 673 students
Rank: #33.
Batesville High School Charter
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pioneer Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-6846
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-6846
Grades: 9-12
| 997 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon public high schools in Arkansas?
The top ranked blue ribbon public high schools in Arkansas include Bentonville High School, Valley View High School and Batesville High School Charter.
How many blue ribbon public high schools are located in Arkansas?
3 blue ribbon public high schools are located in Arkansas.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkansas?
Arkansas blue ribbon public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.