Arkadelphia High School

Arkadelphia High School is a regular public high school located in the heart of Clark County, Arkansas. Situated at 401 High School Road, it serves students from ninth through twelfth grade with an enrollment of 574 students and a student-teacher ratio of 7.4:1, ensuring personalized attention for each student. The school has 78 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse academic needs.

While Arkadelphia High School's state ranking stands at #634 out of 1044 schools in Arkansas (39th percentile), with an overall MySchoolScout rating of 4.9/10 and an academic score of 3.4/10, the school is focused on student development beyond just test scores. On average, 34% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 22% reach proficiency or above in Math, indicating areas for improvement but also highlighting the school's commitment to growth. The school’s setting is a rural area near the town of Arkadelphia, offering a close-knit community where teachers and staff work closely with families to support each student's educational journey.

While current test scores at Arkadelphia High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.4:1, Arkadelphia High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Arkadelphia High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.