Summary:
The Texarkana School District in Arkansas serves students from pre-K through 12th grade across 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district faces significant challenges, with stark disparities in performance between its schools and a need to improve student outcomes, particularly in Math and Science.
Among the standout schools in the district, North Heights Community School consistently performs well above the district and state averages across all subject areas and grade levels, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking among the top 25% of elementary schools in Arkansas. In contrast, while Arkansas High School has shown improvement in recent years, moving from a 1-star to a 2-star rating, its overall performance remains below the state average. Another standout is Edward D. Trice Elementary School, which performs better than the district average in English Language Arts and Reading, though its Math and Science scores lag behind.
Across the district, the extremely high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 98% to 100%, indicate that poverty is likely a significant factor influencing student outcomes. Addressing the needs of this high-poverty student population should be a priority for the Texarkana School District. Additionally, the district's spending per student varies widely, from $9,020 to $12,660, with the high school spending the most. Identifying and replicating successful strategies from the top-performing school, North Heights Community School, could help raise achievement levels across the board.
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