Serving 327 students in grades 7-12, Hackett 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 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hackett High School's student population of 327 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hackett High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackett High School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
87%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackett High School's ranking?
Hackett High School is ranked #508 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hackett High School often compared to?
Hackett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Lavaca High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hackett High School?
The graduation rate of Hackett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hackett High School?
327 students attend Hackett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hackett High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hackett High School?
Hackett High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hackett High School offer ?
Hackett High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hackett High School part of?
Hackett High School is part of Hackett School District.
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