This report describes compensatory education activities for public and nonpublic school disadvantaged youth in Arkansas. Initial evaluation reveals that the Title I projects have been "extremely effective" and have increased the holding power of the schools. Attendance rates have improved considerably. Extensive tabular data is presented on school dropout rates, attendance, and higher education of progra m participants. Reading achievement and program costs are also tabulated. These and other program data are presented according to the format stipulated by the Office of Education. (LB)