Earle High School
Earle High School is an accredited public high school in Earle, Arkansas, United States. Earle High School is one of four public high schools in Crittenden County and the only high school of the Earle School District. Earle High School was damaged May 2, 2008, by a part of a series of deadly tornadoes.
Earle High School | |
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Address | |
1401 Third Street , Arkansas 72364 United States | |
Coordinates | 35°16′19″N 90°28′11″W |
Information | |
Type | Comprehensive |
Established | 1909 |
School district | Earle School District |
CEEB code | 040675 |
NCES School ID | 050555000266[1] |
Faculty | 32.24 (on FTE basis)[1] |
Grades | 7–12 |
Number of students | 315 (2016-17)[2] |
Student to teacher ratio | 10.24[1] |
Color(s) | Cardinal and white |
Nickname | Bulldogs |
Website | www |
Old Earle High School | |
Location in Arkansas Location in United States | |
Location | Ruth St. and High 2nd St., Earle, Arkansas |
Coordinates | 35°16′16″N 90°28′17″W |
Area | less than one acre |
Built | 1919 |
Architectural style | Late 19th and 20th Century Revival: Mission/Spanish Revival style |
NRHP reference No. | 03000956[3] |
Added to NRHP | September 27, 2003 |
Academics
The assumed course of study follows the Smart Core curriculum developed by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). Students complete regular coursework and exams and may select Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams that may lead to college credit. AP classes are offered in English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Students are also afforded concurrent enrollment at Mid-South Community College in nearby West Memphis. College credits from this program are accepted for transfer to all state colleges and universities in Arkansas. Twenty-four credits are required for graduation.
Established prior to 1909, Earle High School is accredited by the ADE and has been accredited by AdvancED (formerly North Central Association) since 1925.[4][5]
Athletics
The Earle High School mascot is the Bulldog with cardinal and white serving as the school colors.
For 2012–14, the Earle Bulldogs compete in the 3A Classification from the 3A Region 3 Conference administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Bulldogs participate in football, basketball (boys/girls), tennis (boys/girls), track (boys/girls).[6]
History
Old Earle High School
Old Earle High School served as the city's high school between 1919 and 1978.[7]
Notable alumni
- Gerry Bohanon, college football player for the South Florida Bulls, formerly for the Baylor Bears[8]
References
- "Search for Public Schools - Earle High School (050555000266)". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved 12 December 2012.
- "EARLE HIGH SCHOOL". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. March 13, 2009.
- "Institution Summary, Earle High School". AdvancED. Retrieved 12 December 2012.
- "Earle (Crittenden County)". The Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture. Retrieved 13 December 2012.
- "School Profile, Earle High School". Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved 12 December 2012.
- "Old Earle High School, Earle, Crittenden County". Arkansas Historic Preservation Program. Archived from the original on 7 April 2013. Retrieved 13 February 2013.
- Rapp, Timothy (2017-12-19). "4-Star QB Prospect Gerry Bohanon Commits to Baylor over Arkansas". Bleacher Report. Retrieved 2021-11-16.