For the 2026 school year, there are 4 blue ribbon private schools serving 2,567 students in Arkansas.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas include Little Rock Christian Academy, Immaculate Conception Catholic School, and St. Vincent De Paul School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is same as the Arkansas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top-Ranked Arkansas Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
(Catholic)
223 S 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-6798
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-6798
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Avg. class size: 15 students Blue Ribbon year: 2013
19010 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-9822
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-9822
Gr: PK-12 | 1,534 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 7 Blue Ribbon year: 2012 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
1722 N Starr Dr
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 442-4554
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 442-4554
Gr: PK-8 | 327 students Avg. class size: 15 students Blue Ribbon year: 2020
St. Vincent De Paul School
(Catholic)
1315 W Cypress St
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 636-4421
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 636-4421
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Blue Ribbon year: 2015 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas include Little Rock Christian Academy, Immaculate Conception Catholic School, and St. Vincent De Paul School.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Arkansas?
4 blue ribbon private schools are located in Arkansas.
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