Serving 1,123 students in grades 9-12, Arkansas 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 14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arkansas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Arkansas High School's student population of 1,123 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arkansas 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 Arkansas High School is 0.58, 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
#853 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
56%
19%
White
32%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas High School's ranking?
Arkansas High School is ranked #853 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arkansas High School?
The graduation rate of Arkansas High School is 79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Arkansas High School?
1,123 students attend Arkansas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Arkansas High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas High School?
Arkansas High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas High School offer ?
Arkansas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkansas High School part of?
Arkansas High School is part of Texarkana School District.
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