Ouachita High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Midway, Arkansas, United States, with a Donaldson postal address. The school provides secondary education in grades 7 through 12 for students in Donaldson and Hot Spring County communities.
Serving 243 students in grades 7-12, Ouachita 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ouachita High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ouachita High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Ouachita High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ouachita High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouachita High School's ranking?
Ouachita High School is ranked #539 out of 989 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ouachita High School?
The graduation rate of Ouachita High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ouachita High School?
243 students attend Ouachita High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ouachita High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ouachita High School?
Ouachita High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ouachita High School offer ?
Ouachita High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ouachita High School part of?
Ouachita High School is part of Ouachita School District.
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