Serving 232 students in grades 7-12, Dierks High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dierks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dierks High School's student population of 232 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dierks High School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dierks High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dierks High School's ranking?
Dierks High School is ranked #393 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dierks High School often compared to?
Dierks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mineral Springs High School, Nashville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dierks High School?
The graduation rate of Dierks High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dierks High School?
232 students attend Dierks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dierks High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dierks High School?
Dierks High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dierks High School offer ?
Dierks High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dierks High School part of?
Dierks High School is part of Dierks School District.
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