What grades does ACORN HIGH SCHOOL serve?

ACORN HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves families in the MENA area.

Where is ACORN HIGH SCHOOL located?

ACORN HIGH SCHOOL is a rural school in MENA, AR.

What school district is ACORN HIGH SCHOOL in?

ACORN HIGH SCHOOL operates under OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT, serving students in MENA. OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT includes 3 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at ACORN HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at ACORN HIGH SCHOOL is 5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT?

There are 3 schools in OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT, serving students across the area.

What schools are in MENA, AR?

Schools in MENA include ACORN HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district serves families throughout the MENA area.

What school district serves MENA, AR?

MENA is served by OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 3 schools in the area.

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Acorn High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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MENA, AR 71953

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Parent / Teacher Conferences - Report CardsStaff DayDistrict-wide

Parent/Teacher Conferences and Report Cards will be distributed.

Nov

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - No School

Nov

Tue

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - No School

Nov

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break

Nov

Tue

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

267

Student:Teacher

5:1

Locale

Rural

District

OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

61.4%

Phone

(479)394-5544

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

25-29%

Graduation Rate

>=90%

Chronic Absenteeism

26.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

4 courses offered

20 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

49 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

30 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

64 test takers

Athletics

10 sports, 10 teams

61 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Better than average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

279

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

47.12

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,567

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,865

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,154

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 59%Local 21%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

30.9%

Below 150% poverty line

9.0%

Unemployment rate

9.6%

Uninsured residents

12.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

34%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

52 (57%)

Other Health Impairment

15 (16%)

Specific Learning Disability

12 (13%)

Autism

7 (8%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

281

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Parent / Teacher Conferences - Report Cards

Parent/Teacher Conferences and Report Cards will be distributed.

Staff Day

Mon, Nov 9, 2026

Fall Break

Fall Break - No School

Break

Tue, Nov 10, 2026

Fall Break

Fall Break - No School

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT. Acorn High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide ORSD - School Closed in observation of Labor Day	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Parent / Teacher Conferences - Report CardsDistrict-wide Parent/Teacher Conferences and Report Cards will be distributed.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - No School	Break	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break	Break	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Christmas Break - No School	Break	—
Thu, Mar 18, 2027	Parent / Teacher Conferences - Report CardsDistrict-wide Parent-teacher conferences and report cards will be distributed.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day District-wide ORSD - School Closed in observation of Memorial Day	Holiday	—