MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL

MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the MELBOURNE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MELBOURNE, AR with about 423 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 34 teachers, MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Melbourne, Arkansas, serves as a central educational hub for students in the region. As part of the Melbourne School District, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is represented by the "Bearkatz" mascot, which reflects the school's spirit and identity. The institution focuses on providing a comprehensive academic experience, aiming to prepare its students for future success in higher education and the workforce through a variety of core curriculum offerings and extracurricular activities.

Beyond its academic programming, the school emphasizes a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and development. By maintaining a clear connection to the community, MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL seeks to foster a culture of pride and achievement among its student body. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific academic calendars, athletic programs, and district policies, the official website at [bearkatz.k12.ar.us](http://bearkatz.k12.ar.us) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.

For more information, contact MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL at (870) 368-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2270 LACROSSE RD
MELBOURNE, AR 72556
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MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MELBOURNE, AR with about 423 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
423
Teachers:
34.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 423 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 95% of the student body.

White
95.0%
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
Black or African American
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

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.