Searcy County Schools & Education
Searcy County, Arkansas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
60/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,803
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,160
School Score
60/100
Higher = better
State avg 38/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#4
of 75 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Searcy County
School Verdict
Searcy County performs at an average level with a school score of 60/100 and a solid graduation rate of 95.0%.
Funding Context
At $6,803 per pupil, Searcy County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Searcy County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 58% above the Arkansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Searcy County, Arkansas
Small, Efficient Education in Searcy County
Searcy County manages just five public schools across two districts, serving a total of 1,013 students. The infrastructure is unique, consisting of one elementary, one middle, and two high schools.
Top-Tier Graduation and High Investment
Searcy County boasts an elite 95.0% graduation rate and the highest school score in the region at 55.7. This success is backed by strong investment, with per-pupil spending reaching $6,803.
Searcy County and Ozark Mountain Districts
The Searcy County School District is the largest in the county, educating 841 students. There are no charter schools in the area, as the county relies entirely on its two traditional public districts.
The Ultimate Rural Learning Environment
Every school in Searcy County is classified as rural, and the average school size is a very small 253 students. Marshall High School is the largest campus, yet it only hosts 358 students from grades 7 through 12.
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With a 95% graduation rate and high per-pupil investment, Searcy County offers some of the best rural education in the state. Explore homes near Marshall to join a district that consistently outperforms national academic benchmarks.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Searcy County
Total Enrollment
1,013
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Searcy County
SEARCY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
OZARK MOUNTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
5 Public Schools in Searcy County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL | SEARCY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 7–12 | High | 358 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | SEARCY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–3 | Primary | 293 |
| LESLIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | SEARCY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 4–6 | Middle | 190 |
| ST. JOE K-12 SCHOOL | OZARK MOUNTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–12 | Other | 172 |
| NORTH CENTRAL CAREER CENTER | SEARCY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,803
State avg $6,160
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Searcy County, Arkansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Searcy County, Arkansas?
Searcy County manages just five public schools across two districts, serving a total of 1,013 students. The infrastructure is unique, consisting of one elementary, one middle, and two high schools.
How do schools in Searcy County perform academically?
Searcy County boasts an elite 95.0% graduation rate and the highest school score in the region at 55.7. This success is backed by strong investment, with per-pupil spending reaching $6,803.
What are the major school districts in Searcy County, Arkansas?
The Searcy County School District is the largest in the county, educating 841 students. There are no charter schools in the area, as the county relies entirely on its two traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Searcy County?
Every school in Searcy County is classified as rural, and the average school size is a very small 253 students. Marshall High School is the largest campus, yet it only hosts 358 students from grades 7 through 12.
How can I find homes near good schools in Searcy County, Arkansas?
With a 95% graduation rate and high per-pupil investment, Searcy County offers some of the best rural education in the state. Explore homes near Marshall to join a district that consistently outperforms national academic benchmarks.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.