Best Public Schools in Horatio, AR

The city of Horatio, Arkansas is home to two schools: Horatio High School and Horatio Elementary School, both part of the Horatio School District. Based on the available data, Horatio High School appears to be the standout performer, with a higher statewide ranking and better academic outcomes in several areas compared to the elementary school and state averages.

Horatio High School has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, outperforming Horatio Elementary School's 2-star rating. The high school's proficiency rates in ATLAS/English Language Arts, Reading, and Mathematics are mostly on par with or above the state averages, particularly in 10th grade. Additionally, Horatio High School's proficiency rates in ACT Aspire/English are higher than the state average. However, the school's performance in ACT Aspire/Math and Science is mixed, with some grades performing above the state average and others below.

Both schools face socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Horatio High School spends more per student ($11,299) compared to Horatio Elementary School ($8,796) and has a lower student-teacher ratio (6.2 vs. 12), suggesting the district may be allocating more resources to the high school. While the data does not provide information on other factors that may influence school performance, the analysis indicates that Horatio High School is the stronger-performing school in the district, but both schools face unique challenges that may impact their academic outcomes.