Emerson High School (Arkansas)
| Emerson High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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212 Grayson Street Emerson, Arkansas 71740 United States | |
| Coordinates | 33°5′54″N 93°11′50″W / 33.09833°N 93.19722°WCoordinates: 33°5′54″N 93°11′50″W / 33.09833°N 93.19722°W |
| Information | |
| Established | 1941 |
| Status | Open |
| School district | Emerson-Taylor School District |
| NCES District ID | 0500068[1] |
| Oversight | Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) |
| NCES School ID | 050006800292[2] |
| Principal | Jim Deloach |
| Faculty | 14.79 (on FTE basis)[2] |
| Grades | 7–12 |
| Enrollment | 126 (2015-2016 [2]) |
| • Grade 7 | 23 |
| • Grade 8 | 23 |
| • Grade 9 | 25 |
| • Grade 10 | 21 |
| • Grade 11 | 17 |
| • Grade 12 | 17 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 10.14[2] |
| Education system | ADE Smart Core curriculum |
| Classes offered | Regular, Advanced Placement |
| Campus type | Rural |
| School color(s) |
Black Gold |
| Athletics conference | 1A 7 East (2016-18) |
| Sports | Basketball, Tennis, Track & Field, Softball, Cheer |
| Mascot | Pirate |
| Team name | Emerson Pirates |
| Rival | Taylor High School |
| Accreditation | ADE |
| USNWR ranking |
Silver Award #26 (AR) #2,579 (USA) |
| ACT Aspire average | 83.87 (2016) |
| Communities served | Emerson, Haynesville LA, Magnolia, Waldo |
| Feeder to | Emerson Elementary School |
| Affiliation | Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) |
| Website |
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Emerson High School is a comprehensive public high school serving grades seventh through twelve in the rural community of Emerson, Arkansas, United States. Located in southern Columbia County, Emerson High School is one of three public high schools in the county and one of three high schools administered by the Emerson–Taylor School District. The Emerson Pirates have won five state basketball titles and 25 state track and field championships.
Academics
The assumed course of study at Emerson High School is the Smart Core curriculum developed by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). Students engage in regular and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and exams to obtain at least 23 units before graduation, which is one credit more than the state standard of 22 units. Exceptional students have been recognized as National Merit Finalists and participated in Arkansas Governor's School. The school maintains a concurrent credit partnership with South Arkansas Community College, whereas students in 11th and 12th grade can attend SACC and receive high school and college credit simultaneously. Students that graduate with a 3.50 or higher grade point average (GPA) are designated Honor Graduates, with Highest Honor Graduates graduating with a 3.75 or higher GPA.
Emerson High School was nationally recognized by the U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools 2016 report as the No. 26 school in Arkansas and the No. 2,579 in the nation.[3]
Extracurricular activities
The Emerson High School mascot is the Pirate with black and gold serving as the school colors.
Athletics
For the 2016-18 seasons,[4] the Emerson Pirates participate in the 1A Region 7 East Conference. Competition is primarily sanctioned by the Arkansas Activities Association with the Pirates competing in basketball (boys/girls), tennis (boys/girls), track and field (boys/girls), and softball (girls).[5]
- Basketball: The girls basketball team are 4-time a state basketball champions (1952, 1956, 1981, 1994). The boys basketball team won a state basketball championship in 2001.
- Track and field: The boys and girls track teams at Emerson are one of the state's most successful with the boys capturing 18 state track championships (1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2005). The girls squads have won seven state track titles (1980, 1987, 1989, 1992, 1998, 1999, 2000).
Clubs and traditions
For those students wishing to join social and service organizations at EHS, the following are available: Art Club, National FFA Organization (FFA), Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Drama Club, Student Council, Beta Club, Quiz Bowl, Journalism, and Yearbook.
Notable people
The following are notable people associated with Emerson High School. If the person was an Emerson High School student, the number in parentheses indicates the year of graduation; if the person was a faculty or staff member, that person's title and years of association are listed.
- Jessica Haynes (2006)—Entrepreneur; founder and owner of JesKa Shoes who appeared on Shark Tank[6]
- Victoria Maloch (2012)- National Secretary for The National FFA Organization for 2014-2015.
References
- ↑ "Search for Public School Districts – District Detail for Emerson-taylor School District". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
- 1 2 3 4 "Search for Public Schools - School Detail for Emerson High School". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
- ↑ "School Profile, Westside High School". U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
- ↑ "2016-18 AAA Classifications and Conferences" (PDF). Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved September 21, 2012.
- ↑ "School Profile, Emerson High School". Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
- ↑ "Shoe company founder Jessica Haynes, SAU grad, will appear on ABC's "Shark Tank"". Magnolia Reporter. Retrieved 2 March 2013.