Kirby High School

Kirby High School is a public high school in Kirby, Arkansas, serving grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 199 students. The school is part of the Kirby School District, which is ranked 168 out of 250 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Kirby High School consistently underperforms the state average in proficiency rates across all subject areas, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (23.8%), Mathematics (34%), and Science (18%) were significantly lower than the state averages of 34.7%, 38.7%, and 38.1%, respectively. The school's performance in Algebra (13.6%) and Geometry (4.2%) is particularly concerning, as they are well below the state averages of 30.9% and 21.5%. While Kirby High School has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 6.6 to 6.7 students per teacher, its academic performance lags significantly behind nearby schools, such as Murfreesboro High School and Caddo Academy.

Kirby High School's statewide ranking has steadily declined over the past 10 years, from a high of 108 in 2015-2016 to its current ranking of 223 in 2024-2025. This trend suggests that the school's academic performance has not kept pace with the improvements seen in other Arkansas high schools. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, which may contribute to the academic challenges the school faces. Addressing the underlying socioeconomic factors and implementing evidence-based instructional practices could be crucial in helping Kirby High School improve its academic performance and provide a better educational experience for its students.