2,735
Preschools
1,083
Elementary Schools
613
Middle Schools
520
High Schools
1,135
Public District Schools
2,492
Private Schools
3,738
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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Little Rock School District
23,368 students | LITTLE ROCK, AR
Grades PK, K-12 | 51 schools -
Springdale School District
23,350 students | SPRINGDALE, AR
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 29 schools -
Bentonville School District
17,225 students | BENTONVILLE, AR
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 23 schools -
Rogers School District
15,944 students | ROGERS, AR
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 23 schools -
Fort Smith School District
14,701 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
September 28, 2023
My daughter started at this school last year. Everyone here is so friendly, Ive yet to meet a mean or rude person. I can tell everyone there is in it for the children's future and really want all of... More
Review for
Salem Elementary School
Current student
September 27, 2023
They are terrible with bullying and I don’t recommend this school. The bully’s are many and they will never stop because the staff members don’t do anything they just sit and watch kids get bullied.... More
Review for
Harrison Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 25, 2023
Man i don’t know at this point
Review for
Moody Elementary School