Des Arc High School

600 Main Street

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Principal - Billy Paschal, Jr.

Principal - Billy Paschal Jr., Ed.S.

600 Main Street

Des Arc, Arkansas 72040

Phone: 870-256-4166

Fax: 870-256-3701

paschalb@desarcschools.org

Des Arc High School is a traditional public school serving students in grades 7–12. We are proud to have a wonderful group of students and dedicated staff members who are committed to meeting the educational needs of every student.

At Des Arc High School, we believe every student deserves a quality education, meaningful opportunities to learn, and the encouragement to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Our goal is to challenge students academically, support their individual growth, and help prepare them for success beyond high school.

We are incredibly proud of the accomplishments of our students and teachers. These achievements reflect the hard work and dedication of our school community, as well as the tremendous support we receive from the families and communities we serve. Des Arc High School has consistently been recognized as one of the top-performing high schools in Arkansas and we are proud of achieving a 'B' rating on our 2026 school report card. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1 and a 93% graduation rate, we are committed to providing an environment where students receive the attention, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Our school offers a wide variety of educational opportunities designed to meet the diverse interests and goals of our students. These include concurrent college credit, Advanced Placement courses, Agriculture, Business, and Family and Consumer Sciences, along with outstanding EAST and Band programs, numerous clubs, and a variety of athletic teams. We strive to provide opportunities for every student to discover their strengths, develop their talents, and find a place to belong.

If you have any questions about our school or would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, I would welcome the opportunity to visit with you.

-Billy Paschal Jr, Ed.S.

Under the federal No Child Left Behind Act, the following content area teachers are required to be highly-qualified:

  • English/Language Arts

  • Reading

  • Math

  • Science

  • Social Studies

  • Foreign Language

  • Fine Arts

96% of Des Arc High School teachers are highly qualified in all areas of instruction. A.C.A. 6-15-2202, District Website Requirements.

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