ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF HIGH SCHOOL

ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF H.S. is a Title I public high school that is part of the ARKANSAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF school district, located in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 54 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF H.S. has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Arkansas School for the Deaf (ASD) High School, located in Little Rock, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students who are deaf or hard of hearing. As a state-supported school, it offers a comprehensive high school curriculum that integrates traditional academic instruction with specialized support services tailored to the unique communication needs of its students. The school emphasizes the use of American Sign Language (ASL) and promotes a bilingual-bicultural approach to learning, ensuring that students have full access to information and social interaction within an inclusive, accessible environment.

Beyond standard academics, ASD focuses on the holistic development of its students by fostering self-advocacy, vocational training, and social-emotional growth. The campus serves as a central hub for the deaf community in Arkansas, offering a vibrant culture where students can participate in athletics, extracurricular clubs, and residential programs that encourage independence. By combining rigorous educational standards with a deep commitment to accessibility, the Arkansas School for the Deaf prepares its graduates for success in post-secondary education, the workforce, and community life.

For more information, contact ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF H.S. at (501) 324-9514 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.