Serving 210 students in grades 7-12, Hermitage High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermitage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hermitage High School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermitage High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermitage High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
10%
20%
White
57%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermitage High School's ranking?
Hermitage High School is ranked #733 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hermitage High School?
The graduation rate of Hermitage High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hermitage High School?
210 students attend Hermitage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hermitage High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermitage High School?
Hermitage High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hermitage High School offer ?
Hermitage High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermitage High School part of?
Hermitage High School is part of Hermitage School District.
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