Des Arc High School

About Des Arc High School

Des Arc High School is a public high school located in Des Arc, Arkansas. Established in 1891, the school has a long and proud history of providing quality education to its students. Des Arc High School is a part of the Des Arc School District, which serves the communities of Des Arc and surrounding areas. The school is known for its strong academic program, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The school offers a variety of courses and programs to help students reach their educational goals.
Des Arc High School is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The school has a variety of safety measures in place, including a school resource officer, security cameras, and an anonymous reporting system. The school also has a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and organizations. These activities provide students with opportunities to explore their interests and develop their skills.
Des Arc High School is dedicated to preparing its students for success in college and beyond. The school’s faculty and staff are committed to helping students reach their full potential and achieve their goals. Des Arc High School is an excellent choice for students looking for a quality education in a supportive environment.

Address:	600 Main St Des Arc, AR 72040
Phone:	(870) 256-4166
Site:	www.desarc.wmsc.k12.ar.us
Grades:	7 – 12
Enrollment:	250 students

Overview Des Arc High School

Des Arc High School serves 250 students in grades 7-12.
Des Arc High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Des Arc High School

Des Arc High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Des Arc High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.