Access School is located in Little Rock, Arkansas, and offers full-time education, therapy, training and activities for children and youths with learning disabilities.
We are a nonprofit organization committed to building new levels of confidence, competence and opportunity by empowering students with learning disabilities to define and achieve success throughout their lives.
We view our students as unique individuals with strengths, talents, gifts and abilities to be recognized and developed.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AR School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Access Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 11, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Access Schools often compared to?
Access Schools is often viewed alongside schools like The Academy At Riverdale by visitors of our site.
What is Access Schools's ranking?
Access Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Access Schools?
The application deadline for Access Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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