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4.7 avg / 10

Pocahontas School District

School District · Pocahontas, Arkansas

Students: 1,966
Teachers (FTE): 186

Avg Rating

4.7

out of 10

Schools

4

1 elem, 2 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,423

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.6:1

How this district compares

Arkansas rank

#239 of 244

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-1.6

below Arkansas avg

Per-pupil spending

$10,423

$1,983 vs Arkansas median

District size

1,966 students

Much larger than Arkansas median

About Pocahontas School District

Pocahontas School District is a Pocahontas, Arkansas school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,966 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1. The district invests $10,423 per student annually.

With an average rating of 4.7/10, Pocahontas School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Pocahontas High School, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.

In standardized testing, Pocahontas School District students show an average math proficiency of 33.4% and ELA proficiency of 32.1%.

The district includes 1 elementary school , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Pocahontas School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 33.4%
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ELA Proficiency 32.1%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Pocahontas School District with test data.

District Details

State
Arkansas
City
Pocahontas
Total Enrollment
1,966
Teachers (FTE)
186
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Pocahontas School District?

Pocahontas School District has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Pocahontas School District?

The average composite rating for Pocahontas School District is 4.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Pocahontas School District?

Pocahontas School District spends $10,423 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Pocahontas School District?

The average student-teacher ratio in Pocahontas School District is 10.6:1.

What is the top-rated school in Pocahontas School District?

Pocahontas High School is the highest-rated school in Pocahontas School District with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What are the test scores in Pocahontas School District?

Across schools in Pocahontas School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 32.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Pocahontas School District compare to other districts in Arkansas?

Pocahontas School District has an average school rating of 4.7/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arkansas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
4.7/10
Math Proficiency
33.4%
ELA Proficiency
32.1%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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