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Most Selective Private Schools in Arkansas

Name: Arkansas Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Arkansas is 89% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Arkansas is New Beginning Christian Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AR Schools Ranked: 26
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–98%
AR School Avg.: 89%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AR Schools Ranked: 26
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–98%
AR School Avg.: 89%
National School Avg.: 88%

Arkansas Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Total Growth: (-6.6%) (-6% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Arkansas (AR) avg
2025	81%	85% (▼ 2 pp)
2024	85%	87% (▼ 4 pp)
2023	85%	91% (— 0 pp)
2022	85%	91% (▲ 1 pp)
2021	85%	90% (▼ 1 pp)
2020	85%	91% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	85%	90% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	90% (▼ 1 pp)
2017	85%	91% (— 0 pp)
2016	85%	91%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Acceptance Rate Range: 10% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arkansas average private schools acceptance rate?

The Arkansas average private schools acceptance rate is 89% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Arkansas?

The top ranked private schools in Arkansas include New Beginning Christian Academy, Providence Academy and Crowley's Ridge Academy.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Arkansas?

The most selective private high school in Arkansas is New Beginning Christian Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%. The most selective private elementary school is New Beginning Christian Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%.

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