Hermitage High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve in Hermitage, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 208 students in grades 7-12, Hermitage 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermitage High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermitage 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 Hermitage High School is 0.58, 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
#747 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
13%
19%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hermits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermitage High School's ranking?
Hermitage High School is ranked #747 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hermitage High School?
The graduation rate of Hermitage High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hermitage High School?
208 students attend Hermitage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hermitage High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermitage High School?
Hermitage High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermitage High School offer ?
Hermitage High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hermitage High School part of?
Hermitage High School is part of Hermitage School District.
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