Serving 1,976 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Don Tyson School Of Innovation ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,976 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Tyson School Of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Don Tyson School Of Innovation's student population of 1,976 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 183 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,976 students
Total Classroom Teachers
183 teachers
School Rankings
Don Tyson School Of Innovation ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Tyson School Of Innovation is 0.59, 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
#227 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
43%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Tyson School Of Innovation's ranking?
Don Tyson School Of Innovation is ranked #227 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Don Tyson School Of Innovation often compared to?
Don Tyson School Of Innovationis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Don Tyson School Of Innovation?
The graduation rate of Don Tyson School Of Innovation is 96%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Don Tyson School Of Innovation?
1,976 students attend Don Tyson School Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Don Tyson School Of Innovation students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Tyson School Of Innovation?
Don Tyson School Of Innovation has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don Tyson School Of Innovation offer ?
Don Tyson School Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Don Tyson School Of Innovation part of?
Don Tyson School Of Innovation is part of Springdale School District.
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