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Viola High School

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Viola High School ranks 95 th of 293 Arkansas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 7-12

95^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 293 Arkansas High Schools

Better than 68% of Arkansas high schools

Summary

Viola High School is a small, rural school in Viola, Arkansas, serving 185 students in grades 7 through 12 as part of the Viola School District.

This school stands out for its incredibly low student-teacher ratio of just 3.9:1, which is much lower than nearby Salem High School (5.3:1) and Izard County Consolidated High School (7.6:1). This means your child is likely to receive a lot of individual attention. The school also invests heavily in its students, spending $15,568 per student, which is higher than Salem but lower than Izard County. Academically, Viola High School is on a strong upward trend, jumping from the 35th percentile in state rankings two years ago to the 68th percentile today. In the most recent testing year, it outperformed both the state average and its nearby rivals in core subjects like math (47% proficient vs. state 44.1%), reading (44.2% vs. state 40.4%), and biology (50% vs. state 42.7%). The school also boasts a high graduation rate of 93.5% and an extremely low dropout rate of just 0.5%.

While the school shows clear strengths, there are areas to watch. A standout group of 9th graders dramatically outperforms other grades in English and reading, suggesting a particularly effective approach at that level. However, the school struggles with advanced math, with only 33.4% of students proficient in Algebra and 14.8% in Geometry, compared to Salem’s 53.6% in Algebra. This indicates that while foundational skills are strong, the transition to higher-level math is a challenge. Overall, Viola High School is a well-funded, supportive environment that is clearly improving, making it a compelling option for families seeking a small school with a strong focus on student success.

185

Students ?

3.9

Student/teacher ratio ?

$15,568

Per pupil spending ?

71.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

314 Longhorn Drive
Viola, AR 72583

(870) 458-2213

District: Viola School District

Feeder schools for Viola High School:

Elementary:

Viola Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

White:

96.2%

Two or more races:

2.2%

Hispanic:

1.1%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 51st percentile in 2016 → 68th in 2026

Strengths

✓94% graduate in 4 years — above the Arkansas average (90%)

✓Ranking is trending up — up 17 percentile points since 2016

✓Above the Arkansas median (68th percentile)

Worth a look

!Geometry scores 12 pts below the Arkansas average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school40%

District avg49%

Arkansas avg41%

Middle school

148^th of 327

Arkansas public middle schools ?

Top 45%▼ down 32 pts since 2016

From top 13% (2016) to top 45% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

High school

95^th of 293

Arkansas public high schools ?

Top 32%▲ up 16 pts since 2016

From top 49% (2016) to top 32% (2026)

See the entire ranking list of Arkansas High Schools →

★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

58^th of 251Viola 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	53.6	148 of 327	54.7%	★★★☆☆
2025	40.8	208 of 324	35.8%	★★☆☆☆
2024	48.4	165 of 335	50.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	57.8	150 of 330	54.5%	★★★☆☆
2022	39.3	212 of 318	33.3%	★★☆☆☆
2021	53.3	161 of 330	51.2%	★★★☆☆
2019	65.1	108 of 319	66.1%	★★★☆☆
2018	64.3	112 of 318	64.8%	★★★☆☆
2017	78.0	37 of 315	88.3%	★★★★☆
2016	76.9	40 of 312	87.2%	★★★★☆
2015	26.0	220 of 275	20.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2014	57.0	130 of 280	53.6%	★★★☆☆
2013	63.6	104 of 278	62.6%	★★★☆☆
2012	46.5	171 of 265	35.5%	★★☆☆☆
2011	60.5	113 of 264	57.2%	★★★☆☆
2010	76.4	43 of 254	83.1%	★★★★☆
2009	88.9	5 of 240	97.9%	★★★★★
2008	79.4	34 of 223	84.8%	★★★★☆
2007	95.7	1 of 225	99.6%	★★★★★
2006	71.9	46 of 206	77.7%	★★★★☆
2005	84.3	16 of 208	92.3%	★★★★★

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Arkansas percentile	Rating
2026	62.1	95 of 293	67.6%	★★★☆☆
2025	42.7	169 of 291	41.9%	★★☆☆☆
2024	37.4	198 of 305	35.1%	★★☆☆☆
2023	53.9	134 of 295	54.6%	★★★☆☆
2022	56.8	109 of 282	61.3%	★★★☆☆
2021	55.1	118 of 290	59.3%	★★★☆☆
2019	60.3	97 of 282	65.6%	★★★☆☆
2018	53.4	120 of 263	54.4%	★★★☆☆
2017	41.5	167 of 264	36.7%	★★☆☆☆
2016	49.6	131 of 269	51.3%	★★★☆☆
2015	60.3	67 of 267	74.9%	★★★★☆
2014	92.1	2 of 268	99.3%	★★★★★
2013	78.9	20 of 271	92.6%	★★★★★
2012	83.5	6 of 266	97.7%	★★★★★
2011	74.9	21 of 266	92.1%	★★★★★
2010	78.5	13 of 262	95.0%	★★★★★
2009	77.7	16 of 261	93.9%	★★★★★
2008	72.5	27 of 256	89.5%	★★★★☆
2007	67.1	46 of 258	82.2%	★★★★☆
2006	57.1	66 of 232	71.6%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Arkansas (2025-2026) ?

Biology50%+7 vs state

Mathematics47%+3 vs state

Reading44%+4 vs state

English Language Arts38%~ state avg

Science37%-7 vs state

Algebra33%-4 vs state

Geometry15%-12 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	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
Viola High School	Public	7-12	314 Longhorn Drive	Viola	72583	Fulton County	Viola School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 458-2213	185	47	3.9	71.9%	178 (96.2%)	1 (0.5%)	2 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (2.2%)	62.1	95^th of 293 public high schools	67.6%		42.7	169^th of 291 public high schools	41.9%	74	37.9	33.4	56.5	29.1	38.1	37.9	43.3	60.9	38.8	44.2	55.2	35.0	47.0	40.0		33.4	13.3	20.0	14.8	27.5	46.6	37.3		48.1	50.0	$15,568	$1,498	$14,070
Salem High School	Public	7-12	313 Hwy 62 E	Salem	72576	Fulton County	Salem School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 895-3293	376	71	5.3	59.6%	352 (93.6%)	4 (1.1%)	10 (2.7%)	1 (0.3%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (1.9%)	75.7	38^th of 293 public high schools	87.0%		79.5	33^rd of 291 public high schools	88.7%	5	23.0	30.5	46.3	38.6	34.2	22.9	30.5	46.3	40.4	34.6	42.6	46.5	44.5		55.5	53.6		21.8	20.4	34.4	39.0	36.7		61.8	58.6	$12,075	$802	$11,274
Izard County Consolidated High School	Public	9-12	5068 North Ar 9	Brockwell	72517	Izard County	Izard County Consolidated School District	No	No	No	Yes	(870) 258-7788	218	28	7.6	98.6%	208 (95.4%)	2 (0.9%)	2 (0.9%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	3 (1.4%)	53.2	135^th of 293 public high schools	53.9%		39.1	183^rd of 291 public high schools	37.1%	48			37.2	37.3	37.2			39.3	37.3	38.3					11.1	11.1	33.3	23.5	26.0				92.8	40.7	56.5	$17,562	$1,944	$15,618

Frequently Asked Questions about Viola High School

Is Viola High School a good school?

Viola High School ranks 95^th of 293 Arkansas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What schools feed into Viola High School?

Viola High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Viola Elementary School

What district is Viola High School in?

Viola School District

How many students attend Viola High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 185 students attended Viola High School.

What is the racial makeup of Viola High School?

Students at Viola High School are 96% White, 2% Two or more races, 1% Hispanic.

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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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