Premier High Schools Of Arkansas

The Premier High Schools of Arkansas district consists of four high schools: Premier High School Online, Premier High School of Fort Smith, Premier High School of Little Rock, and Premier High School of Texarkana. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and are located in various cities across Arkansas.

Among the Premier High Schools, Premier High School Online stands out as the largest with 277 students and the highest academic performance, with proficiency rates reaching 50% in Algebra and 32.3% in Biology. However, its overall proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Reading still fall below the state averages. In contrast, Premier High School of Little Rock has the lowest academic performance, with 0% proficiency in several subject areas and being ranked 291 out of 291 high schools in the state. This school also has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 100%, indicating a high-need student population.

The data reveals significant variations in academic performance and student demographics across the Premier High Schools. While Premier High School Online and Premier High School of Texarkana have the highest proficiency rates, the smaller schools, such as Premier High School of Fort Smith, may face challenges in terms of resources and providing a comprehensive educational experience. Overall, the Premier High Schools have generally been ranked in the bottom quartile of Arkansas high schools, indicating a need for continuous improvement efforts to address these disparities and improve student outcomes across the district.