Below Average
#911 of 1,036 schools in AR
Arkansas Connections Academy High
School · ARKANSAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY
609 SW 8TH ST, Bentonville, AR 72712
Enrollment
3,804
Student-Teacher
44.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
3,804
Student-Teacher
44.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#911 of 1,036
In Bentonville
#23 of 23
public schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Arkansas Connections Academy High
Arkansas Connections Academy High is a public school in Bentonville, AR, part of ARKANSAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY. Arkansas Connections Academy High serves approximately 3,804 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 44.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arkansas Connections Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #911 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Arkansas Connections Academy High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Arkansas Connections Academy High is a large school: 3,804 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Arkansas Connections Academy High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Arkansas Connections Academy High runs 44.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Arkansas Connections Academy High — Students at Arkansas Connections Academy High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Arkansas Connections Academy High Compares
See how Arkansas Connections Academy High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
609 SW 8TH ST, Bentonville, AR 72712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arkansas Connections Academy High may also want to explore other schools in the area. LINCOLN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bentonville, see our Bentonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,073
Median Home Value
$401,300
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
38,072
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arkansas Connections Academy High
What grades does Arkansas Connections Academy High serve?
Arkansas Connections Academy High serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Arkansas Connections Academy High?
Arkansas Connections Academy High has an enrollment of approximately 3,804 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arkansas Connections Academy High?
The student-teacher ratio at Arkansas Connections Academy High is 44.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arkansas Connections Academy High rank in AR?
Arkansas Connections Academy High ranks #911 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Arkansas Connections Academy High's MySchoolScout rating?
Arkansas Connections Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arkansas Connections Academy High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arkansas Connections Academy High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Arkansas Connections Academy High a charter school?
Yes, Arkansas Connections Academy High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Arkansas Connections Academy High a Title I school?
No, Arkansas Connections Academy High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arkansas Connections Academy High?
31.4% of students at Arkansas Connections Academy High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,804
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 44.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Benton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (501) 386-3419
- 4-Year Graduation
- 70.0%
Resources & Links
District
ARKANSAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 3,804
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,729
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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