Serving 348 students in grades 8-9, Dequeen Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: De Queen Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of De Queen, AR, covering an area of approximately 381.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dequeen Junior High School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dequeen Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dequeen Junior High School is 0.53, 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
#251 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
62%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequeen Junior High School's ranking?
Dequeen Junior High School is ranked #251 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dequeen Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Dequeen Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dequeen Junior High School?
348 students attend Dequeen Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dequeen Junior High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequeen Junior High School?
Dequeen Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dequeen Junior High School offer ?
Dequeen Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dequeen Junior High School part of?
Dequeen Junior High School is part of De Queen School District.
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