DON TYSON SCHOOL OF INNOVATION
Charter School
1,976 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
The Springdale School of Innovation (SSOI) is a specialized secondary school within the Springdale Public Schools district, designed to provide a flexible and personalized learning environment for students in grades 6 through 12. Unlike traditional academic settings, the school emphasizes a "blended learning" model that combines rigorous classroom instruction with online coursework. This approach allows students to progress at their own pace, making it an ideal environment for those who need a non-traditional schedule, desire early graduation, or require a more customized educational path to meet their personal and academic goals.
Beyond its academic flexibility, the school focuses on fostering a community of independent learners through project-based experiences and strong teacher-student mentorship. By leveraging the resources of the larger Springdale school system while maintaining a focused, smaller campus atmosphere, the School of Innovation aims to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. The school's commitment to innovation is reflected in its use of technology to bridge the gap between structured curriculum and individualized student interests.
Beyond its academic flexibility, the school focuses on fostering a community of independent learners through project-based experiences and strong teacher-student mentorship. By leveraging the resources of the larger Springdale school system while maintaining a focused, smaller campus atmosphere, the School of Innovation aims to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. The school's commitment to innovation is reflected in its use of technology to bridge the gap between structured curriculum and individualized student interests.
1,976
Total Students
183.4
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 842 |
| Hispanic | 948 |
| Black | 32 |
| Asian | 29 |
| Two or More | 82 |
| American Indian | 12 |
| Pacific Islander | 31 |
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Hispanic948 (48.0%)
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White842 (42.6%)
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Two or More82 (4.1%)
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Black32 (1.6%)
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Pacific Islander31 (1.6%)
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Asian29 (1.5%)
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American Indian12 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (479)750-8780 |
| Website: | http://www.sdale.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,976 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 183.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 842 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 308 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
5
Grade 1
5
Grade 2
5
Grade 3
6
Grade 4
11
Grade 5
7
Grade 6
241
Grade 7
304
Grade 8
282
Grade 9
319
Grade 10
294
Grade 11
237
Grade 12
260
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 |
| Grade 1 | 5 |
| Grade 2 | 5 |
| Grade 3 | 6 |
| Grade 4 | 11 |
| Grade 5 | 7 |
| Grade 6 | 241 |
| Grade 7 | 304 |
| Grade 8 | 282 |
| Grade 9 | 319 |
| Grade 10 | 294 |
| Grade 11 | 237 |
| Grade 12 | 260 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 969 | 49% |
| Male | 1,007 | 51% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School
165 Students
Other 2nd - 12th