Serving 8 students in grades 9-12, Dermott Jtc School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dermott Jtc School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dermott Jtc School's student population of 8 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dermott Jtc School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
50%
19%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dermott Jtc School?
The graduation rate of Dermott Jtc School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dermott Jtc School?
8 students attend Dermott Jtc School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dermott Jtc School students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dermott Jtc School?
Dermott Jtc School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dermott Jtc School offer ?
Dermott Jtc School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dermott Jtc School part of?
Dermott Jtc School is part of Arkansas Youth Services School System School District.
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