Rural Special High School vs Shirley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rural Special High School
Fox · Public high · Grades 7–12
91 students
Shirley High School
Shirley · Public high · Grades 7–12
110 students
| Measure | Rural Special High School Fox, Arkansas | Shirley High School Shirley, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 276 | #155 of 276 |
| National rank | #8747 of 16,910 | #11073 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 91 | 110 |
| Enrollment | 91 | 110 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 74.5% |
| Students per teacher | 3.8 | 7.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| city | Fox | Shirley |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rural Special High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.6 vs 39.5).
- •Rural Special High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Rural Special High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Shirley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.5% vs 96.7%).
- •Rural Special High School does better on students per teacher (3.8 vs 7.9).
- •Shirley High School is the larger school with 110 students compared with 91.
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 Rural Special High School better than Shirley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rural Special High School ranks higher (48.6 vs 39.5 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 Rural Special High School and Shirley High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Fox and Shirley in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rural Special High School: 91. Shirley High School: 110. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rural Special High School and Shirley High School rank in Arkansas?
Rural Special High School is 99th of 276 and Shirley High School is 155th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).