FURTURE SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH
Charter School
241 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Future School of Fort Smith is a public charter high school located in downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas, dedicated to providing a personalized, project-based learning experience. Serving grades 9 through 12, the school emphasizes a student-centered curriculum that moves beyond traditional lecture-based instruction. By focusing on real-world application, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom education and professional development, ensuring that students graduate with the practical skills and confidence needed for post-secondary success.
A hallmark of the Future School is its commitment to strong mentorship and community integration. Every student is paired with a mentor who provides guidance throughout their high school journey, helping them navigate their academic and personal goals. Additionally, the school leverages its downtown location to foster partnerships with local businesses and organizations, allowing students to engage in internships and community-based projects. This collaborative environment is designed to cultivate agency, empathy, and critical thinking, preparing students to be active and informed members of their community.
A hallmark of the Future School is its commitment to strong mentorship and community integration. Every student is paired with a mentor who provides guidance throughout their high school journey, helping them navigate their academic and personal goals. Additionally, the school leverages its downtown location to foster partnerships with local businesses and organizations, allowing students to engage in internships and community-based projects. This collaborative environment is designed to cultivate agency, empathy, and critical thinking, preparing students to be active and informed members of their community.
241
Total Students
39.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 116 |
| Hispanic | 52 |
| Black | 44 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White116 (48.1 %)
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Hispanic52 (21.6 %)
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Black44 (18.3 %)
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Two or More23 (9.5 %)
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American Indian4 (1.7 %)
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Asian2 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | FUTURE SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH |
| Phone: | (479)431-8695 |
| Website: | http://#www.fsfuture.org/# |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 241 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 235 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
66
Grade 10
59
Grade 11
57
Grade 12
59
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 66 |
| Grade 10 | 59 |
| Grade 11 | 57 |
| Grade 12 | 59 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 136 | 56.4% |
| Male | 105 | 43.6% |
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