Buffalo Island Central High School vs Rison High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 273 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Island Central High School
Monette · Public high · Grades 7–12
316 students
Rison High School
Rison · Public high · Grades 7–12
314 students
| Measure | Buffalo Island Central High School Monette, Arkansas | Rison High School Rison, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 276 | #97 of 276 |
| National rank | #8121 of 16,910 | #8722 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 316 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 63.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 43% |
| city | Monette | Rison |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buffalo Island Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 48.7).
- •Rison High School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 40%).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 63.4%).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 9.5).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School is the larger school with 316 students compared with 314.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo Island Central High School better than Rison High School?
On the Success Index (US), Buffalo Island Central High School ranks higher (51.0 vs 48.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buffalo Island Central High School and Rison High School?
About 273 km in a straight line, between Monette and Rison in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Island Central High School: 316. Rison High School: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Island Central High School and Rison High School rank in Arkansas?
Buffalo Island Central High School is 81st of 276 and Rison High School is 97th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).