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Best Arkansas Blue Ribbon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 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 St. Joseph Catholic School, Little Rock Christian Academy, and Immaculate Conception Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is lower than the Arkansas private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).
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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 2,567

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 2,567

Top Ranked Arkansas Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2013
Catholic
223 S 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-6798
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Little Rock Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,534 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 7
Blue Ribbon year: 2012
19010 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-9822
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Map of St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 327 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2020
Catholic
1722 N Starr Dr
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 442-4554
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Map of St. Vincent De Paul School
St. Vincent De Paul School
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2015
Catholic
1315 W Cypress St
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 636-4421
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas?
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas include St. Joseph Catholic School, Little Rock Christian Academy, and Immaculate Conception Catholic School.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Arkansas?
4 blue ribbon private schools are located in Arkansas.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Arkansas?
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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