Arkansas High School

Arkansas High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1500 Jefferson Ave,  Texarkana, AR
Texarkana School District
3.5
1.2
1,108 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Michael Odom
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.33
Graduation Rate
80%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.33
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
124
Full Time Teachers
124
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1110
Math
510
Verbal
590
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
27
AP Pass Rate
11.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
16.1%
Science
19.7%
English
40%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
267:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Black
54.4%
White
33.7%
Hispanic
5.7%
Two or more races
5.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arkansas 181 Students
University of Central Arkansas 171 Students
Southern Arkansas University 160 Students
University of Arkansas at Little Rock 110 Students
Henderson State University 103 Students
Arkansas State University 73 Students
Texas A&M University - Texarkana 70 Students
Arkansas Tech University 67 Students
Ouachita Baptist University 63 Students
Baylor University 50 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 69 Students
Business 49 Students
Psychology 39 Students
Biology 29 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 28 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 24 Students
Physical Therapy 24 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 20 Students
Computer Science 16 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 123 Reviews
3.0 Senior
12/21/2023
I think Arkansas High School is a good school but the school could be better, like the building. Also the principals and higher up administrators I think should treat their staff better and not micromanage.
4.0 Senior
2/7/2023
I liked how they have different programs through UAHT. We have the opportunity to earn a associates degree or a technical degree, with zero cost. There are many clubs for the students to get involved. However, the administration seems to disregard the racism that goes on within the school. This has been an ongoing issue we have been facing since the 2022 school year started. Our members in student council will continue to fight for out voices to be heard.
4.0 Senior
6/18/2021
I like how Arkansas High's teachers and staff have gave me many opportunities to do things I've never done at any other school I attended. This is the biggest school I've ever attended and the teachers, principals, security guards, and even the lunch ladies pay attention to me. I really love this school.
GreatSchools Reviews
1.2 6 Reviews
1.0 student
8/28/2017
it is horrible. They don't take care of the big bullying problem that is very obvisly and i have learned nothing useful while there.
1.0 other
3/15/2013
This school need a overhaul,bias .They have campaign aganist student bullying student,the main bullying is teacher bullying student.It hard for a minority to play baseball,they might pick two and bully them .Minority boys stop trying out because they no they would not be accepted.Parents need to com...
1.0 student
4/20/2010
The school isn't as good as it seems. The rules aren't enforced as much as they should be. Teachers and principals play favorites. Some of the substitutes for the school are very prejudiced. There's fights almost every day. The security officers aren't very good at their job and spray mace when it's...
1.0 parent
2/12/2009

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Arkansas High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Texarkana, AR and is served by the Texarkana School District in Arkansas. The school has a total enrollment of 1,108 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Arkansas High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.33, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Texarkana Area Vocational Center, University of Arkansas, OPTIONS Early Graduation High School, and more. Learn more about what Texarkana has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Arkansas High School.

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