The Arkansas High School mascot and athletic emblem is the Razorback with red and white serving as the school colors. The high school mascot of the Razorback was selected in 1910 to replace the Cardinal as the University of Arkansas mascot. In exchange for its use, the university provided used athletic gear; the practice is no longer continued.
Athletics
As of 2018, the Arkansas High Razorbacks participate in interscholastic sports within class 5A, administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Razorbacks compete in football, volleyball, basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, competitive cheer and dance, tennis, track & field, baseball, and fastpitch softball.
Football
The Razorback football teams have seen success throughout the years, including winning three consecutive state championships in 1973, 1974 and 1975, then winning the first two 6A state championships in 2006 and 2007 and in 2010 made a surprise run with a 4-6 regular season record, went on the play El Dorado in the championship game only to fall short 31-21 ending the season 7-7. Currently, the Razorbacks are coached by Barry Norton, who most recently coached at archrival Texas High School.
Baseball
The Razorback baseball team is one of the state's most successful with 13 state championship title game appearances and five state championships. As of 2011–12, the Razorbacks have been to 33 state tournaments, 20 state semifinals, and winners of 58 state tournament games.
Track and field
The Razorback boys track and field squads have lifted the state championship trophy on twelve occasions. The Lady Razorback girls track and field teams have led the school to six state championships
Gymnastics
Prior to gymnastics ending as an Arkansas high school sport in 2006–07, the gymnastics team won four consecutive state championships.
Clubs and traditions
Texarkana students are engaged in a variety of clubs and organizations including Art Club, EAST Initiative, Fellowship of Christian Students, Future Black Male Leaders of America, Future Business Leaders of America, Journalism, Key Club, Mathlete, National Honor Society, NIKE, Pride, Revolutionary Prayer Movement, Senior Class, SkillsUSA, Spanish Club, Student Council, Teenage Republican Club, Yearbook, Young Democrats.
Razorback Band
For the the award-winning Razorback Marching Band has been led by Director of Bands Gary Meggs and Assistant Band Directors: Katrina Meggs, Ryan Hadaway, Philip House and Renee Jorgensen. Making all Superior ratings at all contests and for the 2nd time in a row making a sweepstakes. Their concert band has been chosen as the 5A state honor band.
Notable alumni
The following are notable people associated with Arkansas High School. If the person was an Arkansas 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 included:
Dustin Moseley Drafted by the Reds, in the 2000 mlb draft played for the Angels, Yankees and Padres before retiring
Billy Bock — Late college and high school coach; led Razorbacks to 1982 state baseball title.
