Serving 243 students in grades 7-12, Ouachita 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: OUACHITA HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Donaldson, AR, covering approximately 73.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ouachita High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ouachita 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 Ouachita 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
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouachita High School's ranking?
Ouachita High School is ranked #539 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ouachita High School?
The graduation rate of Ouachita High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Ouachita High School?
243 students attend Ouachita High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ouachita High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ouachita High School?
Ouachita High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ouachita High School offer ?
Ouachita High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ouachita High School part of?
Ouachita High School is part of Ouachita School District.
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