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Best Arkansas Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 130 private daycares & preschools serving 25,122 students in Arkansas.

The private daycares & preschools in Arkansas include Immaculate Conception Catholic School, The New School, and Little Rock Christian Academy.

The average tuition cost is $7,617, which is lower than the Arkansas average tuition cost of $8,434.

77% of private daycares & preschools in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 130
# Students Served: 25,122

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 130
# Students Served: 25,122

Arkansas Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

130

Private Schools

25,122

Students

$7,617

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

21%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Arkansas?

The private daycares & preschools in Arkansas include Immaculate Conception Catholic School, The New School, and Little Rock Christian Academy.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Arkansas?

130 private daycares & preschools are located in Arkansas.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Arkansas?

The average tuition cost is $7,617, which is lower than the Arkansas private school average tuition cost of $8,434.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Arkansas?

Arkansas private daycares & preschools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Arkansas private school average of 22%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Arkansas?

77% of private daycares & preschools in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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