The top reported proficiency rate is 34% in English language arts. The lowest is 31% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on White Hall School District
The White Hall School District serves kindergarten through twelfth grade in Jefferson County, Arkansas. It is a mid-sized district with an enrollment that is predominantly white, with a substantial Black student population and smaller shares of Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial students. The district operates six schools: three elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school, plus an additional elementary school.
On state assessments administered in the 2024-25 school year, the district's proficiency rates in math, English language arts, and science varied by grade level. In math, the share of students scoring proficient or above ranged from a low point in eighth grade to a higher point in fourth grade. English language arts results followed a similar pattern, with the highest proficiency rates in fourth grade and the lowest in sixth grade. Science results were mixed across grades, with the highest proficiency rates in fourth grade and the lowest in sixth grade. Across all tested subjects and grades, the district's overall proficiency index places it in the top quartile among Jefferson County's districts. This is a meaningful distinction within the county, though a parent may want to look into how the district's results compare to state averages for a fuller picture.
The district's chronic absenteeism rate sits above the midpoint among Jefferson County's districts. Per-pupil current spending is in the lower range compared to other districts in the county. A graduation rate was not available in the data provided.
The White Hall School District serves a community that includes the town of White Hall and the surrounding area. Housing values in the district are below the state benchmark, with a weighted home value that is lower than the typical Arkansas home. The district's housing market includes the town of White Hall and the nearby community of Redfield, where home values are higher. The estimated monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home in the district, assuming a standard down payment and the prevailing national mortgage rate, is moderate relative to the national median household income.
A major statewide reform, the Arkansas LEARNS Act, took effect in 2023 and applies to all districts. It raised the minimum teacher salary, introduced a universal school voucher program phased in over time, and requires third graders to demonstrate reading proficiency or be retained. These changes affect teacher recruitment, literacy instruction, and school choice options for families in the district. The White Hall School District board voted in mid-2024 to keep its millage rate unchanged, a rate that has been steady for several years, offering predictability in property taxes for current and prospective residents.
The district's enrollment is spread fairly evenly across elementary and secondary grades, with a slight bulge at ninth grade. The student body is majority white, with Black students making up the largest minority group. Data on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, as well as the share of students with disabilities or English learner status, was not available. A parent may want to ask the district directly about these figures to understand the level of economic diversity and the availability of specialized supports.
The district's chronic absenteeism rate is above the midpoint among Jefferson County's districts. Per-pupil spending is in the lower range compared to other districts in the county. A parent may want to ask the district about how funds are allocated across schools and programs.
The district's housing market is relatively affordable compared to the state as a whole. Home values in the district are below the Arkansas benchmark, and the weighted home value across the district's ZIP codes shows a range, with the lowest values in White Hall itself and higher values in Redfield. The estimated monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home in the district is modest relative to national household income figures.
The district's schools include three elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. The Arkansas LEARNS Act, a statewide reform passed in 2023, applies to all districts and includes a minimum teacher salary increase, a third-grade reading retention requirement, and a universal school voucher program phased in over time. The White Hall School District board voted in mid-2024 to keep its millage rate unchanged, a rate that has been steady for several years, providing predictable property tax costs for families.
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