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 02, 2024
You better hope nothing happens to your child out of your control. They also are good at assuming stuff and not listening to you and they like to throw the phone to different people and they jump in... More
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Buffalo Is. Central East Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
As a foreign family, we must say that Willowbrook matched all our expectations: Education, inclusion, and support. The teachers are seasoned and approachable; the ESL Program is fantastic and can be... More
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Willowbrook ElementarySchool
Current student
April 23, 2024
I´ve been at Chaffin middle school for about two years. This school provides wonderful education. Some specific teacher and staff members who are incredible include Mrs.Davis, Mrs.Borges,... More
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L. A. Chaffin Jr. High School