Serving 139 students in grades 7-12, Dermott 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dermott High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dermott school district, covering approximately 242.7 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dermott High School's student population of 139 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
139 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dermott High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dermott High School is 0.13, 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
#938 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
49%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
The Mighty Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dermott High School's ranking?
Dermott High School is ranked #938 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dermott High School often compared to?
Dermott High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgehee High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dermott High School?
The graduation rate of Dermott High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Dermott High School?
139 students attend Dermott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dermott High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dermott High School?
Dermott High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dermott High School offer ?
Dermott High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dermott High School part of?
Dermott High School is part of Dermott School District.
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