Hector School District

The Hector School District in Arkansas consists of two schools: Hector Elementary School and Hector High School. While Hector High School is the standout performer, with a strong statewide ranking and test scores, Hector Elementary has seen a decline in its academic performance over the past few years.

Hector High School outperforms the state average in English Language Arts and Reading, but lags behind in Mathematics and Science. In contrast, Hector Elementary generally underperforms the state average across all subject areas and grade levels. Both schools have a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a high-poverty student population. However, Hector High School spends $12,329 per student, while Hector Elementary spends $8,398 per student, suggesting a potential disparity in resource allocation within the district.

The analysis suggests that while Hector High School is the stronger performing school, the district as a whole faces significant challenges in maintaining academic excellence. The high poverty levels and the declining performance at Hector Elementary are areas that warrant further investigation and targeted interventions to support student success across the district.