Dardanelle High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in Dardanelle, Arkansas, United States, for students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 666 students in grades 9-12, Dardanelle High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dardanelle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Dardanelle High School's student population of 666 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dardanelle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dardanelle High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
40%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
53%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sand Lizard
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dardanelle High School's ranking?
Dardanelle High School is ranked #438 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dardanelle High School?
The graduation rate of Dardanelle High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dardanelle High School?
666 students attend Dardanelle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dardanelle High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dardanelle High School?
Dardanelle High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dardanelle High School offer ?
Dardanelle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dardanelle High School part of?
Dardanelle High School is part of Dardanelle School District.
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