Serving 767 students in grades 10-12, Hot Springs World Class 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 9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hot Springs World Class High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hot Springs World Class High School's student population of 767 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Trojan
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1887
School Rankings
Hot Springs World Class 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 Hot Springs World Class High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#876 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
33%
19%
White
32%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs World Class High School's ranking?
Hot Springs World Class High School is ranked #876 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hot Springs World Class High School often compared to?
Hot Springs World Class High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, Lake Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hot Springs World Class High School?
The graduation rate of Hot Springs World Class High School is 79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hot Springs World Class High School?
767 students attend Hot Springs World Class High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Hot Springs World Class High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hot Springs World Class High School?
Hot Springs World Class High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hot Springs World Class High School offer ?
Hot Springs World Class High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hot Springs World Class High School part of?
Hot Springs World Class High School is part of Hot Springs School District.
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