2,735
Preschools
1,086
Elementary Schools
614
Middle Schools
520
High Schools
1,139
Public District Schools
2,492
Private Schools
3,742
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Arkansas based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Arkansas at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Arkansas offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Arkansas
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Springdale School District
22,663 students | SPRINGDALE, AR
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 29 schools -
Little Rock School District
21,612 students | LITTLE ROCK, AR
Grades PK, K-12 | 51 schools -
Bentonville School District
17,970 students | BENTONVILLE, AR
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 24 schools -
Rogers School District
15,545 students | ROGERS, AR
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 23 schools -
Fort Smith School District
14,361 students | FORT SMITH, AR
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 26 schools
Reviews From Schools in Arkansas
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
Horrible school full of bullies starting from administration. My kid came bruised due to the bulling endured in this place.
Review for
Holcomb Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
Every parent wants the best for their children. I am confident our kids are receiving the very best for our family. We are not wealthy, and our children are not extremely athletic. We are a mixed race... More
Review for
Pulaski Academy
Current student
May 10, 2024
Half the teachers think they own the place just because they have certain degrees. They don’t really teach and it’s all about who you know based on how much someone likes you. Front office is RUDE!!!!
Review for
Trumann High School