Dardanelle High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in Dardanelle, Arkansas, United States, for students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 686 students in grades 9-12, Dardanelle High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dardanelle High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dardanelle, AR, covering approximately 185.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dardanelle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dardanelle High School's student population of 686 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dardanelle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dardanelle High School is 0.55, 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
#438 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sand Lizard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dardanelle High School's ranking?
Dardanelle High School is ranked #438 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dardanelle High School?
The graduation rate of Dardanelle High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Dardanelle High School?
686 students attend Dardanelle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dardanelle High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dardanelle High School?
Dardanelle High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dardanelle High School offer ?
Dardanelle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dardanelle High School part of?
Dardanelle High School is part of Dardanelle School District.
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