Serving 279 students in grades 7-12, Acorn High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acorn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Acorn High School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acorn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acorn High School is 0.14, 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
#523 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acorn High School's ranking?
Acorn High School is ranked #523 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acorn High School?
The graduation rate of Acorn High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Acorn High School?
279 students attend Acorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Acorn High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acorn High School?
Acorn High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acorn High School offer ?
Acorn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Acorn High School part of?
Acorn High School is part of Ouachita River School District.
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