Des Arc School District

The Des Arc School District in Arkansas consists of two schools: Des Arc Elementary School and Des Arc High School. The data shows that Des Arc Elementary School is a standout performer within the district, consistently ranking highly among Arkansas elementary schools and exceeding district and state averages in test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels.

Des Arc Elementary School's proficiency rates in ACT Aspire tests are particularly impressive, with several grade levels exceeding 80% proficiency in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 17:1, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students. In contrast, the performance of Des Arc High School appears to be more mixed, with lower proficiency rates in some subject areas, particularly in Mathematics and Geometry.

Both schools serve a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the district's investment in education, as shown by the relatively high spending per student, is a positive indicator that could contribute to continued improvement and success, especially if the district can identify and share the effective teaching and learning strategies used at the elementary school level with the high school.