Hector High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the rural community of Hector, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 227 students in grades 9-12, Hector 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 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hector High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hector, AR, covering approximately 298.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 23.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hector High School's student population of 227 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Hector 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 Hector High School is 0.08, 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
#725 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector High School's ranking?
Hector High School is ranked #725 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hector High School?
The graduation rate of Hector High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hector High School?
227 students attend Hector High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hector High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector High School?
Hector High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hector High School offer ?
Hector High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hector High School part of?
Hector High School is part of Hector School District.
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