The mission of the Arkansas Research Center (ARC) is to provide educators, parents, policy makers, and researchers with relevant data to improve educational outcomes for students in Arkansas.

29%

of Arkansans share the first and last name of another Arkansan.

558

the number of different Arkansans named "James Smith"

$29,543

average salary of Arkansans 5 years after earning Technical Certificate

$50,598

average salary of Arkansans 5 years after earning Master's Degree

Using Data Driven Decision Management (DDDM), visual analytics, and cross agency longitudinal data sharing, we envision a state in which its resources are used efficiently and effectively to ensure educational and economic opportunity for all its people.

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Dropout Study: Pre-K Kids More Likely to Earn Degrees
KARK - Adam Rodriguez - 2012-05-08
The True Cost of High School Dropouts
The New York Times - 2012-05-07
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