Carlisle High School vs Des Arc High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlisle High School
Carlisle · Public high · Grades 7–12
280 students
Des Arc High School
Des Arc · Public high · Grades 7–12
279 students
| Measure | Carlisle High School Carlisle, Arkansas | Des Arc High School Des Arc, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 276 | #42 of 276 |
| National rank | #9389 of 16,910 | #6170 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 280 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 280 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 73.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| city | Carlisle | Des Arc |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Des Arc High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 46.2).
- •Des Arc High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Des Arc High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Carlisle High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.1% vs 73.5%).
- •Carlisle High School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 12.7).
- •Carlisle High School is the larger school with 280 students compared with 279.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carlisle High School better than Des Arc High School?
On the Success Index (US), Des Arc High School ranks higher (58.5 vs 46.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Carlisle High School and Des Arc High School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Des Arc in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlisle High School: 280. Des Arc High School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlisle High School and Des Arc High School rank in Arkansas?
Carlisle High School is 117th of 276 and Des Arc High School is 42nd of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).