Career Development Events (CDEs) have been part of the National FFA Organization since its beginning and are still an integral component of school-based agricultural education (SBAE) programs. A priority of the organization is to "Expand equitable opportunities for all students to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through FFA experiences and opportunities." To determine if progress has been made toward this goal, FFA member participation in various aspects of National FFA Organization activities, including CDEs, needs to be described. Using the Multi-level Model of School-Effectiveness, this study identified relationships and examined differences related to FFA chapter CDE success in Arkansas. Based on results of this study, less than half of all chapters in the state participated in each of the CDEs, indicating lower levels than found in previous studies. According to team scores, students from the Southern District are disadvantaged compared to the other districts while students from the Northwest District may have an advantage compared to other districts. Affiliated chapters had statistically higher levels of participation and performance statewide. We recommend increasing efforts in the state to support students at schools with competitive disadvantages and determining ways to fund chapter affiliation membership to maximize opportunities for students.