Dumas High School, formerly Dumas New Tech High School, is a comprehensive public secondary school located in Dumas, Arkansas, United States, for students in grades ten through twelve. Dumas is one of two public high schools in Desha County and is the sole high school administered by the Dumas School District.
Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Dumas 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dumas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dumas High School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Unique Minds for Achieving Success
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
Dumas 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 Dumas High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
67%
19%
White
13%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dumas High School's ranking?
Dumas High School is ranked #917 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dumas High School often compared to?
Dumas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello High School, Hamburg 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dumas High School?
The graduation rate of Dumas High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dumas High School?
305 students attend Dumas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dumas High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dumas High School?
Dumas High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dumas High School offer ?
Dumas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dumas High School part of?
Dumas High School is part of Dumas School District.
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