Acorn High School in Mena, AR, serves 267 students in grades 7–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, significantly lower than typical state averages.
Math proficiency is 20–24%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 35%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 45–49%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 40%.
Science proficiency stands at 40–44%, exceeding the state average of 36% and district average of 39%.
Graduation rates are 90%, higher than the state average of 88%, with the school ranking at #513 in Arkansas, reflecting a decline from a higher rank of #312 in 2015.
Minority enrollment is approximately 7%, consisting mainly of American Indian and Hispanic students, with no significant demographic shifts reported in recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: ACORN HIGH SCHOOL serves the west part of Mena, AR, covering an area of approximately 169 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acorn High School's student population of 281 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1916
School Rankings
Acorn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acorn High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#513 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Tiger
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 #513 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Acorn High School often compared to?
Acorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mena High School, Cossatot River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 89.9%.
How many students attend Acorn High School?
281 students attend Acorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Acorn High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 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 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Acorn High School offer ?
Acorn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Acorn High School part of?
Acorn High School is part of Ouachita River School District.
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