BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL
BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the BLYTHEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BLYTHEVILLE, AR with about 619 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 68 teachers, BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Blytheville High School, located at 600 N. Tenth St. in Blytheville, Arkansas, serves as a cornerstone of the Blytheville School District. The school distinguishes itself through its affiliation with the "New Tech" model, an educational approach that prioritizes project-based learning (PBL). By integrating technology into daily coursework, the school aims to foster a collaborative environment where students develop essential 21st-century skills—such as critical thinking, communication, and digital literacy—that are designed to prepare them for the demands of modern higher education and the global workforce.
Beyond its academic structure, Blytheville High School functions as the hub of the local community, offering various extracurricular programs and support services to help students achieve success both inside and outside the classroom. The school emphasizes a culture of accountability and professional preparation, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning through real-world problem solving. For those looking to learn more about the school’s specific curriculum, upcoming events, or district policies, the official website provides a comprehensive resource for students, parents, and community members.
For more information, contact BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL at (870) 762-2772 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
(870) 762-2772
http://blythevilleschools.com
BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in BLYTHEVILLE, AR with about 619 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arkansas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
CHARTER REVIEW PANEL - District:
- BLYTHEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 619
- Teachers:
- 68.93
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 619 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL-A NEW TECH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 80% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 79.8%
- White
- 17.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.