Dardanelle Intermediate School in Dardanelle, AR serves 303 students in grades 4–5, with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14:1.
Math proficiency is 47%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 42%, though this reflects a decline from 62% proficiency in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 39%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 43%, showing a downward trend from 53% in 2019.
Science proficiency stands at 42%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 39%, based on the most recent reported years.
Enrollment has decreased from 365 students in 2019 to 303 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remains elevated at 53%, indicating a significant socioeconomic need among the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dardanelle Intermediate School's student population of 315 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Dardanelle Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dardanelle Intermediate School is 0.52, 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
#383 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
63%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dardanelle Intermediate School's ranking?
Dardanelle Intermediate School is ranked #383 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dardanelle Intermediate School often compared to?
Dardanelle Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dardanelle Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dardanelle Intermediate School?
315 students attend Dardanelle Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dardanelle Intermediate School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dardanelle Intermediate School?
Dardanelle Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dardanelle Intermediate School offer ?
Dardanelle Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dardanelle Intermediate School part of?
Dardanelle Intermediate School is part of Dardanelle School District.
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