Private School Review - Established 2003

Best Howard County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 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).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in Howard County (2026)

Map of Little Red School House
Little Red School House
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
All-girls | Daycare / Preschool
1121 W Johnson St
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-9012
View Profile
Map of Umpire Christian School
Umpire Christian School
Gr: 6-8 | 7 students
Seventh Day Adventist
164 School St
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-6138
View Profile

Overview

Category
This State (AR)
US
# Schools
2 Schools

Trends in Total Number of Private Schools

YearHoward County Total Schools
20252
20242
20232
20221
20211
20201
20191
20181
20151
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Students
30 Students
29,900 Students

Trends in the Average Number of Students Per Private School

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202515169179
202415162172
202315158174
202212159185
202112162180
202012154171
201912166175
201812162172
201543155167
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

% Average Students of Color
44%
22%

Percentage of Students of Color Trends (2018-2025)

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202544%21%34%
202444%22%34%
202344%20%33%
202242%18%33%
202142%18%32%
202042%19%32%
201942%14%31%
201842%14%31%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
2 Teachers
2,467 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio Trends (2015-2025)

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202515:112:111:1
202415:112:111:1
202315:111:111:1
202212:111:111:1
202112:112:111:1
202012:111:112:1
201912:111:112:1
201812:111:112:1
201522:111:112:1
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,642
$9,358

Students by Ethnicity:

0.44
0.58

Diversity Score Trends

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
20250.440.580.65
20240.440.570.65
20230.440.560.65
20220.490.540.64
20210.490.540.64
20200.490.540.64
20190.490.490.63
20180.490.490.63
20150.490.460.61
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# American Indian Students
n/a
106 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
1 Student
1,022 Students
% Asian Students
4%
3%

Asian Student Percentage Trends

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
20254%4%5%
20244%3%5%
20234%4%5%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Hispanic Students
4 Students
1,628 Students
% Hispanic Students
13%
6%

Hispanic Student Percentage Trends

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202513%5%9%
202413%6%9%
202313%5%9%
202242%5%8%
202142%5%9%
202042%5%9%
201942%4%8%
201842%4%8%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Black Students
n/a
1,207 Students
% Black Students
n/a
4%
# White Students
3 Students
17,665 Students
% White Students
10%
59%

White Student Percentage Trends

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202510%59%52%
202410%60%52%
202310%61%52%
202258%64%54%
202158%64%54%
202058%64%54%
201958%68%56%
201858%68%56%
201542%71%58%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Hawaiian Students
n/a
30 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
22 Students
8,381 Students
% of Others Students
73%
28%

Other Races Student Percentage Trends

YearHoward County AverageArkansas (AR) AverageNational Average
202573%28%26%
202473%27%26%
202373%25%25%
201558%19%21%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full County Data: Full County Dataset XML | Full County Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

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).

Recent Articles

Will This Curriculum Still Matter in 2035?
Will This Curriculum Still Matter in 2035?
Learn how to evaluate future-ready private school curricula for 2035, focusing on durable knowledge, critical thinking, AI literacy, adaptability, communication, creativity, and real-world learning before choosing a school.
Private Schools for Creators, Trades & Startups
Private Schools for Creators, Trades & Startups
Explore how private schools support non-traditional career paths in creative industries, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship, plus what families should evaluate when choosing specialized programs for future-ready students today.
First 90 Days at Private School: Parent Guide
First 90 Days at Private School: Parent Guide
Learn how to read your child’s first 90 days at private school, distinguish healthy adjustment from genuine struggles, and know when academic, social, or emotional concerns require action.

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
▼ Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (AR):
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA: