For the 2024 school year, there are 186 private schools serving 29,135 students in Arkansas (there are 1,084 public schools, serving 489,675 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Arkansas are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $6,187 for elementary schools and $7,057 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Arkansas include Jacksonville Christian Academy, Harding Academy and Christ Little Rock School.
The average acceptance rate is 91% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 20% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Arkansas Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: River Mountain (6 schools), Leawood (4 schools), Hillcrest (3 schools), Upper Baseline (2 schools), Wakefield (2 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Arkansas?
The best top ranked private schools in Arkansas include Jacksonville Christian Academy, Harding Academy and Christ Little Rock School.
How many private schools are located in Arkansas?
186 private schools are located in Arkansas.
How much do private schools cost in Arkansas?
The average private school tuition in Arkansas is $6,187 for elementary schools and $7,057 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Arkansas?
Arkansas private schools are approximately 20% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Arkansas go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Arkansas are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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