FORDYCE HIGH SCHOOL

FORDYCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
THREE REDBUG BUS LOOP
FORDYCE, AR 71742
321 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Fordyce High School, located at 100 Redbug Blvd in Fordyce, Arkansas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Fordyce School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary education and career readiness. The institution emphasizes a well-rounded approach to student development, incorporating core curriculum requirements alongside extracurricular activities that foster school spirit and student engagement.

Known for its identity as the "Redbugs," Fordyce High School maintains a strong sense of community pride and tradition, which is often reflected in its athletic programs and student life initiatives. By leveraging resources provided by the Fordyce School District, the school strives to create a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. For those seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or school announcements, the district maintains an official website at http://www.fordyceschools.org.
321
Total Students
34.1
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    192 (59.8%)
  • White
    110 (34.3%)
  • Hispanic
    14 (4.4%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: FORDYCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (870)352-2126
Website: http://www.fordyceschools.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 321
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 182
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 55

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 43
Grade 8 55
Grade 9 57
Grade 10 64
Grade 11 54
Grade 12 48
Gender Ratio