Arkadelphia High School is a comprehensive public junior/senior high school serving grades nine through twelve in the rural, fringe community of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 534 students in grades 9-12, Arkadelphia 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arkadelphia High School's attendance zone covers the entire Arkadelphia school district, encompassing approximately 328 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.2 miles and the furthest edge located 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arkadelphia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arkadelphia High School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arkadelphia 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 Arkadelphia High School is 0.61, 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
#687 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
36%
19%
White
51%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkadelphia High School's ranking?
Arkadelphia High School is ranked #687 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Arkadelphia High School often compared to?
Arkadelphia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arkadelphia High School?
The graduation rate of Arkadelphia High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Arkadelphia High School?
534 students attend Arkadelphia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Arkadelphia High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arkadelphia High School?
Arkadelphia High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arkadelphia High School offer ?
Arkadelphia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arkadelphia High School part of?
Arkadelphia High School is part of Arkadelphia School District.
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