About Us

Our Mission  

Ensuring High Levels of Learning for All

We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to achieve their highest potential. Our mission reflects a steadfast dedication to equity, quality education, and continuous improvement across all campuses and grade levels.

A Legacy of Education in White County

The Searcy School District is rooted in a proud tradition of educational excellence in White County, Arkansas. The county itself was established on October 23, 1835, and just two years later, on November 23, 1837, the town of Searcy was founded. From its earliest days, Searcy has been recognized as a hub for learning and culture.

The foundations of public education in the area began with the creation of the Searcy Male Academy in 1851, operated by school commissioners appointed by the town’s leadership. This academy laid the groundwork for formal public education. On August 6, 1870, the growing community established Searcy School District No. 19, formalizing its commitment to accessible education for all.

In a significant move to strengthen public schooling, Act 141 of the Arkansas General Assembly was enacted on April 5, 1905, merging Districts 19 and 104 to create the unified School District of Searcy. Since that time, the district has expanded through several consolidations, now encompassing a service area of 162 square miles.

Today, Searcy School District serves a vibrant and diverse student population with:

• Around 4,000 students

• Approximately 525 dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators

• 38 school buses operating daily routes

Our district is committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and community partnership.

Legal Name

Searcy Special School District

School Colors

Red and Black

School Mascot

Home of the Lions

Searcy High School Alma Mater

Hail to alma mater, hail.

Hail, hail to the red and black.

Cheer for Searcy High School, cheer.

Where fine spirit does not lack.

Hail to memories so dear, fondly do we now look back.

Searcy High, march on, march on.

Searcy High, march on.