For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 30 students in Howard County, AR (there are 9 public schools, serving 2,876 public students). 1% of all K-12 students in Howard County, AR are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
50% of private schools in Howard County, AR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).
Private Schools in Howard County (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Little Red School House
All-girls | Daycare / Preschool
1121 W Johnson St
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-9012
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-9012
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
Umpire Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
164 School St
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-6138
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-6138
Gr: 6-8 | 7 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Howard County, AR?
2 private schools are located in Howard County, AR.
What percentage of students in Howard County go to private school?
1% of all K-12 students in Howard County are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Howard County?
50% of private schools in Howard County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).
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