Serving 308 students in grades 9-12, Arp High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: ARP H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire Arp, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 84.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arp High School's student population of 308 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Forward Ever Be Our Watchword
School Rankings
Arp High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arp High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arp High School's ranking?
Arp High School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Arp High School often compared to?
Arp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyler Legacy High School, Whitehouse High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arp High School?
The graduation rate of Arp High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Arp High School?
308 students attend Arp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Arp High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arp High School?
Arp High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arp High School offer ?
Arp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arp High School part of?
Arp High School is part of Arp Independent School District.
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