For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 518 students in Dierks, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Dierks, AR are Joann Walters Elementary School and Dierks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dierks, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Dierks have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dierks, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joann Walters Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Old Hwy 70 W
Dierks, AR 71833
(870) 286-2015
Dierks, AR 71833
(870) 286-2015
Grades: K-6
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Dierks High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Old Hwy 70 W
Dierks, AR 71833
(870) 286-3234
Dierks, AR 71833
(870) 286-3234
Grades: 7-12
| 239 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dierks, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Dierks, AR include Joann Walters Elementary School and Dierks High School.
How many public schools are located in Dierks?
2 public schools are located in Dierks.
What is the racial composition of students in Dierks?
Dierks public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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