At a glance
Reported students
1,092
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
126.52
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
8.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arkansas high enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
382
Arkansas High School: 1,092 reported students.
State peer staffing position
58th percentile
8.6:1 reported; state peer median 7.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,123
- Teachers (FTE)
- 115
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.8:1
What the reported data says about Arkansas High School
Arkansas High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Texarkana. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Texarkana School District. NCES reports 1,092 students for 2024–25.
Among 323 high schools in Arkansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 308 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 8.6:1, above the Arkansas median of 7.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (57%) and White (30.9%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 27 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Arkansas High School
- 1How do the reported 8.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 126.52 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White30.9%
- Hispanic6.6%
- Black57%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
27 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Texarkana School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arkansas Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
842 reported students
Trice Academy of Performing Arts
Elementary · Grades KG–05
473 reported students
Harmony Academy of Music and the Arts
Elementary · Grades KG–05
391 reported students
Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service
Elementary · Grades KG–05
373 reported students
Fairview Academy of Humanities and Innovation
Elementary · Grades KG–05
246 reported students
North Heights Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
243 reported students
Public schools near Arkansas High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier High School of Texarkana High · Charter · Premier High Schools of Arkansas | 09–12 | 67 | 1.4 mi |
| Premier H S of Texarkana High · Charter · Premier High Schools | 09–12 | 88 | 2.2 mi |
| Digital Academy of Texas High · Texarkana ISD | 05–12 | 471 | 2.6 mi |
| Texas H S High · Texarkana ISD | 09–12 | 1,750 | 2.6 mi |
| Options Early Graduation H S High · Texarkana ISD | 09–12 | 61 | 2.8 mi |
| Liberty-Eylau H S High · Liberty-Eylau ISD | 09–12 | 543 | 4.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Arkansas High School
What grades does Arkansas High School serve?
Arkansas High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Texarkana School District.
How many students attend Arkansas High School?
Arkansas High School reported 1,092 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 323 Arkansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,123 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arkansas High School?
The calculated ratio is 8.6:1, based on 1,092 students and 126.52 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arkansas median for the same school level is 7.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Arkansas High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Arkansas High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Arkansas High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Arkansas High School in?
Arkansas High School is part of Texarkana School District, based in Texarkana, AR, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Arkansas High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Premier High School of Texarkana (1.4 mi), Premier H S of Texarkana (2.2 mi), Digital Academy of Texas (2.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.