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Buffalo Island Central High School

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Buffalo Island Central High School ranks 145 th of 293 Arkansas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 7-12

145^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 293 Arkansas High Schools

Better than 51% of Arkansas high schools

Summary

Buffalo Island Central High School in Monette, AR, serves 316 students in grades 7 through 12 and is part of the Buffalo Island Central School District, a 4-star district ranked in the top 25% of Arkansas. This school stands out for its exceptional mathematics performance, with a 72.4% proficiency rate that is 28 percentage points above the state average and far surpasses nearby schools like Trumann High School (20.4%). However, it has a critical weakness in Geometry, where only 10.6% of students are proficient—well below the state average of 26.4% and the lowest among local peers except Nettleton High School (5.0%). This paradox makes the school a strong choice for math-focused families but highlights a need for improvement in spatial reasoning and proof-based learning.

The school has experienced a notable decline over the past decade, dropping from a 5-star rating and top 10% state ranking in 2017-2018 to a current 3-star rating at the 51st percentile. While it has recovered slightly from a low point in 2020-2021, this volatility contrasts with more stable performers like Brookland High School, which maintains a higher district ranking (90th percentile). Buffalo Island Central also shows inconsistent performance across subjects: English Language Arts (44.3%) is above the state average, but Reading (39.7%) lags slightly, and both subjects see proficiency drop significantly from 7th to 10th grade. The graduation rate of 85.7% is below the state average of 90.1% and has fluctuated in recent years, unlike the stable high rates at East Poinsett County High School (94.8%).

Despite these challenges, the school offers a low student-teacher ratio of 8.9 to 1, providing a more intimate learning environment than most neighbors, such as Paragould High School (not reported) or Bay High School (not reported). It also spends $13,919 per student, above the average for nearby schools, reflecting a significant investment in resources. When compared to Brookland High School, which serves a more affluent population (25.27% free/reduced lunch vs. 54.11% at Buffalo Island), Buffalo Island Central achieves stronger math results despite higher economic disadvantage, a notable accomplishment. For parents, this school offers strong math foundations and personalized attention but requires attention to Geometry and upper-grade performance.

316

Students ?

8.9

Student/teacher ratio ?

$13,919

Per pupil spending ?

54.1%

Free/discounted lunch ?

803 West Drew
Monette, AR 72447

(870) 486-5411

District: Buffalo Island Central School District

Feeder schools for Buffalo Island Central High School:

Elementary:

Buffalo Island Central Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

White:

77.5%

Hispanic:

20.6%

Two or more races:

1.3%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 32nd percentile in 2021 → 51st in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 51st (2026) from a 32nd-percentile low (2021)

✓Above the Arkansas median (51st percentile)

✓Small classes — about 9 students per teacher

Worth a look

!Geometry scores 16 pts below the Arkansas average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school44%

District avg47%

Arkansas avg41%

Middle school

50^th of 327

Arkansas public middle schools ?

Top 15%▲ up 43 pts since 2021

From bottom 42% (2021) to top 15% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

High school

145^th of 293

Arkansas public high schools ?

Top 49%▼ down 35 pts since 2016

From top 15% (2016) to top 49% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

63^rd of 251Buffalo Island Central School District among Arkansas districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Arkansas percentile	Rating
2026	76.2	50 of 327	84.7%	★★★★☆
2025	49.1	167 of 324	48.5%	★★☆☆☆
2024	58.2	115 of 335	65.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	77.6	55 of 330	83.3%	★★★★☆
2022	74.3	62 of 318	80.5%	★★★★☆
2021	46.5	191 of 330	42.1%	★★☆☆☆

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Arkansas percentile	Rating
2026	51.9	145 of 293	50.5%	★★★☆☆
2025	53.7	121 of 291	58.4%	★★★☆☆
2024	45.6	162 of 305	46.9%	★★☆☆☆
2023	47.3	159 of 295	46.1%	★★☆☆☆
2022	50.9	142 of 282	49.6%	★★★☆☆
2021	37.5	196 of 290	32.4%	★★☆☆☆
2018	80.4	27 of 263	89.7%	★★★★★
2017	86.0	18 of 264	93.2%	★★★★★
2016	77.8	40 of 269	85.1%	★★★★☆
2015	72.1	30 of 267	88.8%	★★★★☆
2014	70.4	40 of 268	85.1%	★★★★☆
2013	72.3	37 of 271	86.3%	★★★★☆
2012	49.0	139 of 266	47.7%	★★☆☆☆
2011	56.9	105 of 266	60.5%	★★★☆☆
2010	37.5	186 of 262	29.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2009	37.7	176 of 261	32.6%	★★☆☆☆
2008	32.2	187 of 256	27.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2007	40.5	153 of 258	40.7%	★★☆☆☆
2006	43.8	128 of 232	44.8%	★★☆☆☆

By subject vs Arkansas (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics72%+28 vs state

Biology46%+4 vs state

Science46%~ state avg

English Language Arts44%+5 vs state

Algebra40%+4 vs state

Reading40%~ state avg

Geometry11%-16 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				ATLAS English Language Arts (2026)					ATLAS Reading (2026)					ATLAS Mathematics (2026)			ATLAS Algebra (2026)			ATLAS Geometry (2026)			ATLAS Science (2026)			ATLAS Biology (2026)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ATLAS English Language Arts 7th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 9th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 10th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts All Grades	ATLAS Reading 7th Grade	ATLAS Reading 8th Grade	ATLAS Reading 9th Grade	ATLAS Reading 10th Grade	ATLAS Reading All Grades	ATLAS Mathematics 7th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics 8th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics All Grades	ATLAS Algebra 8th Grade	ATLAS Algebra 9th Grade	ATLAS Algebra All Grades	ATLAS Geometry 9th Grade	ATLAS Geometry 10th Grade	ATLAS Geometry All Grades	ATLAS Science 7th Grade	ATLAS Science 8th Grade	ATLAS Science All Grades	ATLAS Biology 9th Grade	ATLAS Biology 10th Grade	ATLAS Biology All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Buffalo Island Central High School	Public	7-12	803 West Drew	Monette	72447	Craighead County	Buffalo Island Central School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 486-5411	316	35	8.9	54.1%	245 (77.5%)	1 (0.3%)	65 (20.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.3%)	51.9	145^th of 293 public high schools	50.5%		53.7	121^st of 291 public high schools	58.4%	24	54.4	45.4	36.0	42.6	44.3	50.0	36.4	38.0	35.2	39.7	69.6	76.6	72.4	78.6	22.2	40.5	21.1	3.8	10.6	47.8	43.2	45.5		46.3	46.3	$13,919	$1,148	$12,771
Riverside High School	Public	7-12	2007 Highway 18	Lake City	72437	Craighead County	Riverside School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 237-4328	342	39	8.6	49.4%	313 (91.5%)	5 (1.5%)	18 (5.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.8%)	66.8	74^th of 293 public high schools	74.7%		40.6	180^th of 291 public high schools	38.1%	106	49.0	29.6	36.2	48.3	40.5	56.6	32.8	43.1	58.6	47.4	35.9	18.3	27.5	41.7	5.4	14.3	27.8	20.0	22.4	50.9	24.6	36.8		62.5	62.9	$11,349	$949	$10,399
Manila High School	Public	7-12	419 E Olympia Street	Manila	72442	Mississippi County	Manila School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 561-4417	476	43	11.1	52.3%	454 (95.4%)	2 (0.4%)	16 (3.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.8%)	53.3	134^th of 293 public high schools	54.3%		42.1	172^nd of 291 public high schools	40.9%	38	51.3	39.5	32.6	34.4	39.6	57.7	45.1	35.1	37.4	43.9	61.5	55.8	59.2	100.0	41.5	54.8	91.7	8.9	28.5	53.3	47.9	50.7		39.6	39.6	$11,993	$721	$11,272
Brookland High School	Public	10-12	100 W. School St.	Brookland	72417	Craighead County	Brookland School District	No	No	No	No	(870) 932-2080	645	38	17.1	25.3%	572 (88.7%)	23 (3.6%)	34 (5.3%)	3 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (1.9%)	67.4	70^th of 293 public high schools	76.1%		21.8	247^th of 291 public high schools	15.1%	177				45.1	45.1				41.6	41.6								15.9	15.5					48.0	48.0	$12,583	$570	$12,013
Greene City Technical High School	Public	10-12	4601 Linwood Drive	Paragould	72450	Greene County	Greene County Technical School District	No	No	No	No	(870) 215-4460	760	80	9.5	40.9%	693 (91.2%)	20 (2.6%)	26 (3.4%)	6 (0.8%)	4 (0.5%)	10 (1.3%)	1 (0.1%)	62.9	90^th of 293 public high schools	69.3%		47.2	150^th of 291 public high schools	48.5%	60				36.2	36.2				37.1	37.1								25.4	25.2					45.4	45.5	$11,909	$579	$11,330
Paragould High School	Public	9-12	1701 W. Court St.	Paragould	72450	Greene County	Paragould School District	No	No	No	No	(870) 240-2271	881	92	9.5	100.0%	629 (71.4%)	64 (7.3%)	97 (11.0%)	7 (0.8%)	2 (0.2%)	41 (4.7%)	41 (4.7%)	52.4	139^th of 293 public high schools	52.6%		37.7	190^th of 291 public high schools	34.7%	51			32.1	37.6	34.9			36.3	42.7	39.4					24.8	24.6	87.1	17.0	27.3				84.8	30.2	38.6	$12,908	$574	$12,334
Bay High School	Public	7-12	700 School Street	Bay	72411	Craighead County	Bay School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 781-3297	233	25	9.2	48.9%	210 (90.1%)	14 (6.0%)	5 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.7%)	42.2	181^st of 293 public high schools	38.2%		28.2	230^th of 291 public high schools	21.0%	49	38.6	26.5	25.8	33.3	30.9	43.2	33.9	25.7	30.3	33.9	38.6	43.5	41.1		40.0	42.9	27.3	14.3	18.7	54.6	32.0	42.2		42.4	42.4	$15,020	$850	$14,169
Nettleton High School	Public	9-12	4207 Race Street	Jonesboro	72401	Craighead County	Nettleton School District	No	No	No	No	(870) 910-7805	1,054	89	11.8	70.7%	264 (25.0%)	577 (54.7%)	139 (13.2%)	11 (1.0%)	2 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	60 (5.7%)	23.3	243^rd of 293 public high schools	17.1%		21.8	248^th of 291 public high schools	14.8%	5			26.4	25.5	26.0			28.5	28.5	28.5					19.5	19.4	28.2	1.7	5.0				35.3	9.1	19.8	$12,088	$243	$11,845
Trumann High School	Public	8-12	1620 W. Main	Trumann	72472	Poinsett County	Trumann School District	No	No	No	No	(870) 483-5301	515	39	13.1	100.0%	364 (70.7%)	83 (16.1%)	42 (8.2%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (4.5%)	41.7	183^rd of 293 public high schools	37.5%		23.4	243^rd of 291 public high schools	16.5%	60		18.1	34.6	32.9	27.4		22.8	38.3	39.8	32.5		21.2	20.4	40.0	11.9	18.5	23.8	9.1	11.7		31.5	30.5		31.8	32.6	$14,163	$1,634	$12,529
East Poinsett County High School	Public	7-12	200 S School St	Lepanto	72354	Poinsett County	East Poinsett County School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 475-2331	266	25	10.7	67.3%	202 (75.9%)	34 (12.8%)	19 (7.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (4.1%)	78.9	29^th of 293 public high schools	90.1%		49.7	139^th of 291 public high schools	52.2%	110	48.6	38.9	35.1	55.9	44.4	51.3	36.1	44.8	67.7	49.6	43.2	58.3	50.7		29.0	29.0		32.3	32.3	35.1	50.0	42.5		61.3	59.4	$12,912	$932	$11,981

Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo Island Central High School

What is the racial makeup of Buffalo Island Central High School?

Students at Buffalo Island Central High School are 78% White, 21% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

What schools feed into Buffalo Island Central High School?

Buffalo Island Central High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Buffalo Island Central Elementary School

How many students attend Buffalo Island Central High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 316 students attended Buffalo Island Central High School.

What district is Buffalo Island Central High School in?

Buffalo Island Central School District

Is Buffalo Island Central High School a good school?

Buffalo Island Central High School ranks 145^th of 293 Arkansas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

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2025–26 ATLAS test scoresJul 13, 2026

2024–25 graduation ratesMar 5, 2026

2019–20 through 2023–24 school spending dataJan 6, 2026

2017–18 through 2024–25 dropout ratesJan 6, 2026

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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