Summary:
The Dequeen School District in Arkansas is home to only one high school, Dequeen High School, which serves 522 students. While the district is ranked 89 out of 250 districts in the state and has a 3 out of 5-star rating, Dequeen High School's performance has been inconsistent, with its statewide ranking fluctuating between 59th out of 305 high schools in 2023-2024 and 188th out of 291 high schools in 2024-2025.
Academically, Dequeen High School struggles to meet the state average, with proficiency rates on state assessments generally lower than the state average. For example, in 2024-2025, only 29.3% of 10th-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 34.2%. The school also faces socioeconomic challenges, with 70.88% of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024.
Despite these challenges, Dequeen High School does have some positive metrics, such as a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9:1. However, the school's overall performance and the district's ranking suggest that parents in the area may need to consider other educational options to ensure their children receive a high-quality education. Further investigation into the root causes of the school's performance issues and potential strategies for improvement would be warranted.
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